Senior Cost Estimator

28 Jun 2024

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Data Systems Analysts has an immediate opening for a Senior IT Cost Estimator Analyst TOP SECRET CLEARED that can integrate tightly into a Government team where the individual staff members are all expert in their subject areas. This position requires a highly qualified analyst who can develop, evaluate, and analyze cost models, estimates, budgets, spend plans, business cases, and performance metrics for the client's projects and initiatives, knowledge of developing a Program Office Estimate and reconciling it with an independent cost estimate to arrive at a Life Cycle Cost Estimate on a hight value Program, and has demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting a Program developing all the financial documents required for a Program in the Adaptive Acquisition Framework. A successful applicant can demonstrate their ability to quickly adapt to rapidly changing priorities, identify and help develop integration between various efforts; show experience identifying the customer base from which to gather clear, concise requirements and legacy costs, and can provide tactical and strategic analysis of changes to be considered. The Senior IT Cost Estimator Analyst will integrate with the Government Financial/Budget/Acquisition counterparts and will be the SME for all Business Case development and analysis and development of future and evaluation of past Program Office Estimates and expenditure actuals. Must have experience using DoD Cost Estimating Tools and running of risk scenarios to ensure fully funded programs over the Program life cycle. This work is expected to be accomplished from a Ft Meade, MD Government location with potential infrequent local travel. Understanding of various cost estimating methodologies and the correct application of those methodologies Knowledge of Defense Working Capital Fund and experience developing cost estimates to move programs to cost recovery Proficiency in cost estimating software (e.g. ACEIT, Crystal Ball) Experience in reviewing and validating cost estimates and identifying potential shortfalls in the WBS/funding structure Experience with Acquisition Planning Knowledgeable of DoD instructions for the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (e.g. DoDD 5000.01, DoDl 5000.02, DoDI 5000.73, DoDI 5000.82, DoDD 5105.84, or similar instruction) Demonstrated experience developing and analyzing cost and schedule risk-adjusted life-cycle cost estimates (LCCEs), cost risk analysis, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), Business Case Analyses (BCAs), Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs), program office estimates, and other cost analyses Demonstrated ability to brief executive leadership on program cost positions, impact of budget changes on supported programs, and other cost issues Understanding of how Will Cost and Should Cost are implemented and used in the DoD 5+ years of experience performing cost estimating and analysis on government programs Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook Ability to critically assess data and communicate priority findings to teams Ability to work with multi-stakeholder, technical, and matrixed organizational environment Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage client and team relationships Experience performing cost analysis on services/programs transitioning into Cloud such as AWS Experience supporting programs and contracts within the DoD Experience ensuring work products are in compliance with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulatory guidelines and processes, Better Buying Power guidance and processes, and Will Cost guidance and processes Experience working with diverse teams of contractors Experience with DoD acquisition and support of the evolving Adaptive Acquisition Framework Ability to be flexible, show initiative and innovation, and deal with ambiguous and fast-paced situations Possession of excellent data gathering, analytical, and problem-solving skills Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills Bachelors degree and 5+ years Cost Estimation experience or 4+ years with Professional Certification DSA recognizes that the global spread of COVID-19 is a challenging time for everyone. Our #1 priority is the health and safety of our workforce, guests and candidates, and we provide the necessary supplies to maintain safety in the work place. Due to the current situation surrounding COVID-19, our response time and scheduling of interviews may increase. DSA islooking to fill various positions despite the COVID-19 and are managing our workforce within the compliance of all state requirements. MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TS DOD CLEARANCE ; this will be verified prior to interview. Therefore, only US Citizens can be considered for this position. Founded in 1963, Data Systems Analysts, Inc. (DSA) has been providing Defense and Federal Government customers' business-driven Information Technology and consulting solutions and services for more than 50 years. DSA's people excel in helping our customers achieve sensitive, mission-critical business goals and objectives. DSA is a 100 percent employee-owned company: every employee has a stake in the success of our company and our customers. Our culture embracestraining and development opportunities that include leadership programs, employee networks, continued education, and much more. We recognize that building expertise in your profession benefits everyone, and our leadership training programs help employees better manage their projects, inspire coworkers and customers to action, and reinforce DSA's guiding principles since 1963. We also value the unique combination of skills, abilities, aspirations, and backgrounds of every individual our diversity makes us stronger. We are 100 percent employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).DSAemployees receive customizable benefits that are highly competitive in each local market that include a Vanguard 401K. DSA provides equal employment opportunity for employees and applicants without regard to an individual's protected status; race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, pregnancy/childbirth or related condition, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status. DSA will provide necessary reasonable accommodation to ensure that an individual with a disability who is not able to fully utilize DSA's online job application system is provided with equal opportunity to apply and be considered for all jobs. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email HR @dsainc.com or call 1-877-422-4372. #dsa209 The position is CONTINGENT UPON AWARD.

  • ID: #43647607
  • State: Maryland Fortmeade 20755 Fortmeade USA
  • City: Fortmeade
  • Salary: $100000 - $105000 yr
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2022-06-28
  • Deadline: 2022-08-26
  • Category: Et cetera