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Program Analyst

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 3+ years of experience supporting federal programs in analysis, reporting, or project coordination
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Experience supporting data analysis, program dashboards, or reporting tools

Requirements:

  • Provide analytical and program support for scientific and technical initiatives within a federal RDTE portfolio
  • Track program activities, milestones, and deliverables across multiple research and technology programs
  • Support development of reports, briefings, dashboards, and program documentation for government stakeholders
  • Assist with program planning activities, including work plans, schedules, and performance tracking

Job description

This position is contingent upon contract award.

The Company

At ICF, we are driven by the opportunity to solve complex challenges that matter. Our teams combine expertise in science, technology, analytics, and program management to help government clients tackle critical national priorities. We are fearless in exploring new ideas, relentless in delivering results for our clients, and committed to making a meaningful impact. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate to develop innovative solutions that strengthen communities, improve government operations, and enhance national security.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Program Analyst to support a science and technology office within a federal national security agency. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of innovation, science, and national security. You will support the development and evaluation of emerging technologies that strengthen the nation’s ability to respond to evolving threats.

As a Program Analyst, you will support programs that help transition technologies from research to operational use across a federal national security environment.

The Role

You will join a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, analysts, and program professionals supporting federal research and innovation portfolios. These programs span areas such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and machine learning, data science, biometrics, modeling and simulation, and other emerging technologies.

As a Program Analyst, you will support program planning, analysis, and coordination activities that enable effective management of scientific and technical initiatives. You will work closely with government program managers and technical teams to track program performance, support reporting activities, and assist with program evaluation and decision‑making processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide analytical and program support for scientific and technical initiatives within a federal research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) portfolio
  • Track program activities, milestones, and deliverables across multiple research and technology programs
  • Support development of reports, briefings, dashboards, and program documentation for government stakeholders
  • Assist with program planning activities, including work plans, schedules, and performance tracking
  • Conduct research and analysis related to emerging technologies and program initiatives
  • Support program reviews, meetings, and technical exchanges across federal research and innovation programs
  • Coordinate with technical experts and program managers to collect and synthesize program information
  • Assist with portfolio analysis, program evaluation, and process improvement activities

Basic Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience supporting federal programs in analysis, reporting, or project coordination
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship is required (required by the federal government for this position)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in public policy, science, engineering, business, data analytics, or a related field
  • Active Federal Public Trust clearance
  • Experience in technology, research, or innovation environments
  • Experience supporting federal research and development organizations
  • Familiarity with research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) programs
  • Experience supporting data analysis, program dashboards, or reporting tools
  • Knowledge of emerging technology areas such as AI/ML, cybersecurity, biometrics, or data analytics

Professional Skills

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Job Location

This position supports a federal client in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and may be performed remotely, in a hybrid capacity, or onsite depending on client and contract requirements. Candidates should be located in or willing to relocate to the DMV area and able to attend onsite meetings at facilities in the Washington, D.C. region as needed.

This position must be performed within the United States. ICF monitors employee work locations, blocks access from foreign locations or foreign IP addresses, and prohibits personal VPN connections.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. 

 

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.


 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$67,063.00 - $114,008.00

DC Remote Office (DC99)

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