Budget Analyst

About This Role

This cross-functional role is for a detail-oriented professional to provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Chemical and Biological Department, Enabling S&T Division (RD-CBE). The Operations Officer will serve as primary backup to the CBE Division-level PMO A&AS Lead, support official correspondence, assist with the ETMS2 tasker system, and perform limited budget and acquisition-related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of Warfighter engagements such as Chem Bio Operational Analysis (CBOA)
• Support the planning and execution of key initiatives related to disease surveillance capabilities, including synchronizing related activities (not developing the capabilities)
• Support Acquisition and PPBE tasks, including attending contract planning discussions for FAR-based contracts, Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements, and SBIR/STTR actions; taking minutes; and offering advice
• Attend Initial Strategy Session / Acquisition Strategy Review (ISS/ASR) meetings, take minutes, and offer advice
• Manage and perform Purchase Request processes (e.g., Internal Strategy Session, PR packet creation and monitoring) at the CBC Division level
• Coordinate and consolidate complex technical, programmatic, and strategic responses to support Division initiatives for internal and external audiences
• Support task management across the Division and serve as primary backup to the CBE Division-level PMO A&AS Lead
• Provide support to the CBE Division Chief and CBE Experimentation Branch Chief, including collecting slides and conducting roll-call during meetings when the CBE PMO Lead is absent
• Establish and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders in the Chemical and Biological defense community
• Create briefings and products for both technical and senior leader audiences
• Support, if directed, international S&T actions such as coordination with the DTRA Foreign Disclosure Office
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor ’s or Master ’s degree in Business, Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field; and/or a degree in a science field (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics) with experience managing executive-level correspondence with external agencies
• 2+ years of relevant experience with a BS, or 1+ year with an MS
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent communication and time management skills
• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; ability to quickly learn new IT systems and software
• Familiarity with Power BI tools and the use of AI (prompt writing, iteration, and product proofing)
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Nice to have:

• Data visualization expertise using the Power BI suite
• Experience with the DoD Joint Chemical Biological Defense Program (CBDP)
• Understanding of tactical through strategic CWMD considerations
• Hands-on experience with CWMD defense equipment
• Knowledge of Joint Chemical Biological Defense Program systems (e.g., JICAP)
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, preferably with experience in the Joint CBDP

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness resources
• Additional company-sponsored programs and benefits for eligible employees

About the Company

ARServices delivers innovative program management, financial, technical, and advisory solutions that advance national security missions across the Federal Government. With deep expertise supporting the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and other national security agencies, the company helps customers address complex Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) and CBRNE challenges through responsive, mission-focused solutions that strengthen operational readiness and protect the nation.