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Budget Analyst SME

Edgesource Corporation
Bethesda, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026

Company Overview

For over 25 years, Edgesource Corporation has served as an innovative technology service provider for the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of State (DOS), the U.S. Intelligence Community, Law Enforcement, and other federal, state, and commercial clients locally, nationally, and abroad. From providing boutique technical solutions in support of critical missions to addressing evolving technical challenges, a career at Edgesource means engaging in meaningful and impactful work.

Job Description:


The Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst will actively contribute to the formulation, support, and execution of the National Intelligence Program (NIP) Budget. This responsibility extends beyond traditional budgetary tasks, encompassing a strategic mindset to align financial resources with the overarching goals and objectives of the NIP. The role demands a keen ability to analyze and synthesize complex financial data, enabling informed decision-making and resource allocation in alignment with IC and organizational priorities. In addition to direct budgetary responsibilities, the candidate will engage in collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams, fostering effective communication and coordination. This involves working closely with government stakeholders to understand their financial needs, providing insights, and ensuring alignment with broader organizational strategies. The Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert, staying up-to-date relevant legislative and financial appropriation and authorization changes that may impact budgetary considerations for the IC.


Ultimately, this role requires a dynamic individual who can navigate the financial intricacies of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the IC; contribute strategically to budget formulation objectives and goals of the organization; and collaborate effectively to ensure the financial resilience and success of the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process.
If you are a seasoned IC financial professional with a passion for contributing to the strategic financial health of an organization and are adept at navigating the complexities of IC budget formulation, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Provide expert guidance and produce reports related to budget and financial activities for the component.
  • Support budget program execution, ensuring alignment with available resources and programmatic goals.
  • Generate budget reports for customer offices, components, and NIP programs, including funding and activity summary profiles.
  • Assist in developing, reviewing, and responding to budget exercise submissions to align with organizational strategic goals.
  • Aid in developing fiscal guidance and implementation schedules for each budget phase, subject to customer review and acceptance.
  • Contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and recommend process enhancements.
  • Contribute to the development of budget analysis, financial data calls, and portfolio reviews.
  • Aid the customer in developing and evaluating fiscal program builds for both internal components and IC-wide Programs.
  • Draft narratives, vignettes, and input for the Congressional Budget Justification Book (CBJB) to Congress.
  • Support the development and production of the CBJB National Intelligence Program missions of interest, special topics, and related sections.
  • Generate talking points, briefings, products, reports, and congressional directed action responses pertaining to the NIP, delivering these to large interagency forums and working groups.
  • Assess the IC budget across cross-functional areas and disciplines.
  • Participate in the full cycle of intelligence planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluation.
  • Collaborate with USG and IC partners through large interagency forums and working groups.
  • Collect and analyze various financial reports and data calls through strategic portfolio reviews.
  • Track congressional legislation and its impact on the NIP budget.
  • Develop standard operating procedures and deliver training to customers.
  • Develop and produce cost-benefit trade-offs and investment strategies for the NIP budget.


Required Qualifications:


  • Current and active TS/SCI Clearance with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
  • Requires a BA degree and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters degree in a pertinent field, such as Finance, Accounting, or Economics; demonstrating a strong academic foundation relevant to the position with 10 – 13 years of prior relevant experience.
  • A minimum of 7-10 years working in government budgeting of which 3-5 years must be within the Intelligence Community.
  • Proven expertise of government budget formulation activities and adept familiarity with the intricacies of the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process (IPPBE).

Working at Edgesource

As an ISO 9001:2015 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised small business, Edgesource specializes in providing a variety of technical solutions, including software development, database services, enterprise networking, data center virtualization, and management support. We are always seeking top talent to join our team in addressing the most critical technical challenges facing our nation.

At Edgesource, our employees are our greatest asset, and we offer a wide array of benefits to support the well-being of our staff, including:

  • Flexible PTO Policy 11 Paid Holidays

  • Flexible Work Schedules (Remote / Hybrid)

  • Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • 401k Plan with Match

  • Tuition & Professional Development Support

  • Commuter Benefits

  • Bonus & Employee Referral Programs

  • Career Growth Opportunities

Disclaimer

Edgesource Corporation is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edgesource is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact our Recruiting Department by email at recruiting@edgesource.com or by phone at (703)

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