Business Analyst

Goldbelt Nighthawk offers sound solutions in software development and both defensive and proactive cybersecurity. Nighthawk offers an integrated, holistic cybersecurity workforce that is enthusiastic, continuously learning, and progressive. The team is fully committed to implementing dynamic cybersecurity solutions that effectively address the needs of customers. Nighthawk's flexibility and expertise across the cybersecurity field provides customized solutions to our customer's unique needs.

Summary:

The Business Analyst shall provide comprehensive business analysis support services for the planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and assessing of various Federal projects. Support to the project management team will also include ensuring project plans follow forecasts/trends and support evidenced based program performance.

The primary place of performance for this task order is remote. Except for site visits (if travel is necessary), the majority of the work may be performed virtually.

Essential Job Functions:

Support the project management team in responding to inquiries from stakeholders
• Review business processes and provide recommendations for the identified process improvement and provide detailed project plans for the customer to implement changes so the office can better achieve goals.
• Tracks fund execution, including commitments, obligations, unobligated balances, and expenditures for programs and provide reports as necessary.
• Analyze project data to better forecast and analyze trends, reporting regulations and business conditions to support funding decisions and allocation of budgets and program requirements.
• Provide process insights and recommendations to optimize project resource allocation.
• Identify potential schedule delays and recommend corrective actions to ensure timely obligation and drawdown of project allocations.
• Collaborate with project managers to forecast project financial outcomes based on current performance as well as current and new project timelines to assess and implement performance measures for successful evaluation of projects.
• Monitor project health and flag any risks or discrepancies to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist and develop reports for submission to stakeholders and studies and needs assessments for the organization.
• Support internal and external audits by providing data and documentation as needed and conduct assessments to determine vulnerabilities within the organization.
• Participate in project review meetings to discuss performance and strategies for improvement.
• Develop tracking and reporting mechanisms to facilitate project management and project tracking.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret financial data, to interact effectively with others in a broad range of functional and technical backgrounds, and to handle pressures in a deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use a high degree of professional judgment and ingenuity in interpreting guidelines for application in day-to-day issues and analyses. Ability to perform problem solving of a precedent-setting nature.
• Be proficient in using financial systems and software applications (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) for presentation of analysis and preparation of supporting documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in project management or related role
• Ability to successfully pass a background check
• Ability to travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience Lean Six Sigma
• Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP)
• PMP certification or relevant project management certification is a plus

The salary range for this position is $102,000 to $117,000 per year.

Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.