Operations Research Analyst with Security Clearance
C2 Essentials Fort Detrick
The Operations Research Analyst provides analytical support to the Intelligence and Operations communities. This position is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to improve decision-making, evaluate operational performance, and develop actionable solutions to mission challenges.
The Analyst applies proven modeling, simulation, and evaluation techniques to assess effectiveness, identify problem areas, and recommend data-driven courses of action. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 1. Data Collection & Analysis
The Analyst applies proven modeling, simulation, and evaluation techniques to assess effectiveness, identify problem areas, and recommend data-driven courses of action. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 1. Data Collection & Analysis
- Collect, organize, and analyze data relevant to intelligence and operational missions
- Evaluate current operations and processes using quantitative and qualitative methods
- Develop metrics to assess the effectiveness of mission activities and resource utilization 2. Modeling & Simulation
- Apply operations research methodologies, models, and simulations to assess mission performance
- Conduct scenario-based analyses to evaluate alternatives and predict potential outcomes
- Utilize statistical and mathematical techniques to support operational planning 3. Problem Identification & Solution Development
- Isolate inefficiencies and problem areas within current processes
- Formulate and analyze alternative solutions to mission challenges
- Provide recommendations based on quantitative evidence and mission requirements 4. Reporting & Decision Support
- Prepare reports that clearly outline, rank, and justify proposed solutions
- Present findings and alternatives to senior leaders and stakeholders
- Support decision-making by providing business case analyses and cost-benefit evaluations 5. Collaboration & Integration
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams across intelligence, operations, and planning communities
- Ensure analytic methodologies and recommendations align with DoD policy, doctrine, and mission requirements
- Support integration of analytic solutions into operational and strategic planning efforts Required Qualifications and Experience • Must possess an active DoD Top Secret/SCI Clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing operations research, quantitative analysis, or decision support in military or government environments
- Demonstrated experience in modeling, simulation, and business case analysis
- Proven ability to evaluate complex systems, processes, and operations
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present technical findings to non-technical audiences Required Clearance • Must possess an active DoD Top Secret/SCI Clearance C2 Essentials is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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