Program Analyst SME

Join Peraton's mission-critical team supporting secure, real-time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nation's warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized by cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities, sensor integration, and resilient data transport solutions, we invite you to join our team. 

We are seeking highly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure, distributed systems, and mission assurance—where reliability, security, and performance are paramount. 

Specifically, we are looking for a TS/SCI cleared Program Analyst - SME to support this mission at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. 

Responsibilities:  

As a Program Analyst – SME you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order. Your responsibilities include: 

• Provides technical and management leadership for the PMO support function, establishing overarching goals and strategic plans for managing enterprise-level implementations and site-specific capability/capacity Project Plans. 
• Directs and controls the comprehensive analysis of program data, ensuring that critical insights are provided to Government leadership POCs for optimizing C2ISR Transport Infrastructure expansion. 
• Possesses expert domain and technical knowledge in defining and implementing advanced reporting methodologies and frameworks for PMO support, with critical impact on overall project implementation. 
• Establishes the framework for evaluating the effectiveness of PMO processes and documentation, recommending and leading major systemic changes and improvements that significantly impact short-term project growth and long-term success. 
• Directs and controls the identification and evaluation of optimal technical, architectural, and systematic paths for current and future integration activities, planned expansions, and site activations across the C2ISR Transport Infrastructure. 
• Has overall responsibility for the development and refinement of PMO support guidelines, checklists, and support agreements (including SLAs and MOAs), ensuring standardization, best practices, and strategic alignment. 
• Directs and controls all PMO support methods and staffing, ensuring that technical requirements are met for Government leadership POCs and all related C2ISR projects. 
• Ensures compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines across all phases of acquisition and contract management 
• Leads high-level client negotiations and interfaces with senior management (Command TPOC, AAS COR, etc.) regarding PMO support strategies, performance, and resource optimization. 
• Utilizes expert domain knowledge to make critical decisions regarding PMO support that have a direct and significant impact on overall project implementation and the success of task order objectives. 
• Establishes and monitors advanced metrics for PMO support effectiveness and efficiency across all enterprise-level and site-specific projects, driving continuous improvement and strategic re-alignment. 
• Provides authoritative guidance and mentorship to all levels of Program Analysts, shaping the PMO's analytical capabilities and strategic contribution to the TO. 
• Utilize the following Role Specific Tools: program performance dashboards with KPI tracking; variance analysis tools (earned value management systems, trend analysis software); multi MIPR financial tracking systems with allocation rules; spend plan development templates; cost performance reporting suites; workflow automation for RIPs/CTPs/TARs; stakeholder communication dashboards; lessons learned repositories for program analysis; requirements traceability matrices; risk management registers; predictive analytics engines for forecasting; configuration management databases for PRD version control. 

Required qualifications: 

• Previous experience as a Program Analyst or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the CCMD level 
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience with a BS/BA degree or 6 years’ experience with a MS/MA or 3 years’ experience with a PhD. or 12 years' w/o a degree or 10 years with AS/AA Degree
• A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level 
• US citizenship is required  

Desired Qualifications: 

• DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment. 
• PMP Certification 

Work Environment:  

• Location: MacDill AFB, FL 
• On-site expectations: Full-time on-site presence required for equipment management and asset tracking 
• Travel: May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites for logistics coordination and facility assessments  

Why Join Us?   

• Be part of a mission-critical team supporting our nation’s elite and its mission partners in delivering cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities 
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment supporting critical national security operations 
• Manage cutting-edge communications and sensor systems that directly impact operational readiness 
• Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community 
• Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems  

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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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