Operational Research and Systems Analyst (ORSA)

Intreped Partners is seeking a highly analytical and mission-focused Operational Research and Systems Analyst (ORSA) to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. This position will provide strategic, operational, and analytical support to initiatives focused on Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD), emerging threat analysis, organizational assessment, and decision support.

The ideal candidate is a critical thinker with strong quantitative and qualitative analytical capabilities who can synthesize complex information into actionable insights for senior leaders and stakeholders. This role requires the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced Department of Defense environment.

This is a full-time, on-site position located at Fort Belvoir, VA.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of a multidisciplinary assessment and analysis team supporting DTRA mission objectives and organizational assessment initiatives.
• Conduct operational research, systems analysis, and data-driven assessments to address complex organizational, operational, and strategic challenges.
• Collect, analyze, validate, and manage qualitative and quantitative data in support of performance measurement, organizational assessments, and strategic decision-making efforts.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of formal assessment frameworks, methodologies, metrics, and reporting processes.
• Analyze Agency, DoD, and national security strategies, policies, doctrine, operational plans, and emerging trends to provide actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Develop assessment products, executive summaries, briefing materials, reports, and data visualizations to effectively communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Facilitate and support meetings, workshops, working groups, and assessment reviews with government stakeholders and mission partners.
• Review and evaluate program deliverables, requirements documentation, policy drafts, technical papers, and related materials for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with mission objectives.
• Support organizational and programmatic assessments related to resource allocation, operational effectiveness, and strategic priorities.
• Coordinate the development of evaluation methodologies, analytical frameworks, and assessment deliverables in accordance with DoD and Agency guidance.
• Utilize data visualization and reporting tools to present complex analytical findings in clear, concise, and impactful formats.
• Provide recommendations to senior leadership regarding operational effectiveness, process improvements, and mission support strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Operations Research, Systems Analysis, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related technical field with 10 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 15 years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense, Federal Government, or national security organizations in operational research, systems analysis, organizational assessment, or data analytics roles.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data sets and synthesize findings into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Experience developing executive-level reports, assessments, briefing materials, and decision-support products.
• Proficiency with data visualization and analytical tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, or similar platforms.
• Experience managing and analyzing data using enterprise systems, databases, and workflow management tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior government and military leadership.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Joint Staff, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), or related DoD organizations.
• Familiarity with DTRA mission areas, CWMD operations, and defense-related assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of CJCS guidance, operational planning processes, and DoD assessment frameworks.
• Experience with advanced quantitative analysis, modeling, simulation tools, or database management systems.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility preferred.
• Experience supporting strategic planning, capability assessments, or operational effectiveness initiatives within the national security community.

Work Location

• Fort Belvoir, Virginia
• Full-time, on-site support required

Travel Requirements

Some travel may be required in support of mission activities, exercises, government meetings, or stakeholder engagements. Travel may include occasional domestic or international trips.

Clearance Requirement

This position requires an active U.S. Department of Defense security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required in order to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Why Join Intreped?

At Intreped Partners, we support critical national security missions through innovative thinking, operational excellence, and mission-first collaboration. Our teams work alongside government partners to solve complex challenges that directly impact national defense and global security.

We are committed to fostering a collaborative, agile, and people-focused environment where employees are empowered to contribute, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact.

Intreped Partners and Global Systems Engineering (GSE) are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Global Systems Engineering (GSE), a wholly owned subsidiary of Intreped Partners, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

GSE/Intreped is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or participate in the hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

As a federal contractor, GSE/Intreped complies with all applicable affirmative action and equal employment opportunity requirements, including those related to protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.