Junior Program Analyst

Job Title: Junior Program Analyst

Location: Washington, DC

Clearance Required: Secret

Position Type: Full-Time

Contingent Upon Award: Yes

Position Overview

We are seeking a Junior Program Analyst to provide critical support to the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology (OASD(S&T)). This role is ideal for an early-career professional looking to grow within the federal science and technology (S&T) policy and program management landscape. The analyst will assist with a range of administrative and technical tasks in a fast-paced environment supporting senior DoD leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Track and manage taskers, Congressional inquiries, reports, and briefings related to OASD(S&T)-managed requirements.
• Prepare annual and ad hoc reports for Congressional stakeholders.
• Compile and synthesize technical data into clear, contextualized materials for senior-level decision-makers.
• Support technical consulting efforts on complex S&T programs.
• Assist in the development and refinement of procedures addressing science and technology issues.
• Organize and support meetings, track action items, and publish meeting minutes.
• Maintain configuration management and quality control for all assignments, ensuring deadlines are met and products are complete.
• Create presentation materials, talking points, and briefs for senior DoD officials engaging with a variety of audiences.
• Ensure document consistency and adherence to templates, formatting standards, and policy guidance.
• Rapidly develop responses and materials for short-notice taskers from DoD leadership.
• Draft and distribute correspondence, including memos and official letters, to both government and civilian personnel.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in public policy, international relations, science and technology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in a professional environment supporting federal agencies or science and technology initiatives.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail and quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Familiarity with DoD or federal government operations preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
  
  

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to support national science and technology efforts at the highest level. You’ll gain exposure to federal policymaking, technical consulting, and strategic communications—all while helping shape innovations that impact national defense.