Program Analyst Lead - Risk & Strategy

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones. Kentro is hiring a Program Analyst Lead who will be responsible for supporting project management tasks within the Program Management Office. In this role, your focus will be associated with the operational aspects of the program, including risk management, strategic alignment, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will work with a diverse group of stakeholders and can effectively create and manage a risk management process for a large program. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to think strategically and with impact in mind while approaching initiatives and goals. In this role, the Program Analyst has a unique opportunity to work with technical and programmatic leadership across a range of operational activities that will lead to organizational effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders, inclusive of technical staff, corporate support, and program leadership, as well as subcontractor leadership Identifies process gaps and facilitates cross-collaboration to identify opportunities to support organizational and program scalability Proactively identify and solution for strategic gaps in organizational effectiveness and employee engagement Able to work collaboratively with technical leadership to define strategic value initiatives and execution timelines for tracking Collaborates with corporate services, leveraging their expertise and tools to deliver effective risk management Identifies opportunities to enhance risk management processes and procedures; exhibits the ability to quantify the improvements for incorporation in proposals and growth documentation Leads the execution of risk management meetings, collectively working with stakeholders to review, update, and quantify risks Collaborates with finance and the risk owner to document financial impacts of an associated risk, and monitors; accordingly, may support contractual or organizational briefings to communicate financial impacts Ability to support other duties, as assigned Location: This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Operations Management, Information Technology or a related field. 5+ years of experience relevant to the job description, ideally in an operations support position Self-starter with a team-first approach Experience managing detailed processes involving multiple stakeholders Experience facilitating communication and navigating amongst multiple stakeholders Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping and documentation Experienced with change management, leveraging a variety of communication modalities to garner buy-in and adoption MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Quick Learner with integrity/honesty, good communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices Industry knowledge and/or U.S. Government security controls and best practices Strong problem-solving, coaching, and teamwork skills

Preferred:

Experience supporting a federal client PMP Certification, ITIL 4 Foundation or equivalent

Clearance:

Able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance US Citizen or Green Card holder The Company We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence. We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC). Industry Recognition Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C. Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award Benefits We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy. Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements. As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness. We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. How to Apply To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the: “Apply for this Job” button at the bottom of this Job Description or the button at the top: “Application.” Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email careers@kentro.us and request assistance. Accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.