Defense Logistics Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

Program Analyst

Battle Creek, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Telework Eligible

    Yes

    Major Duties

    • Serves as the Deputy Program Manager for the Procurement Integrated Environment Enterprise (PIEE) Program Management Office (PMO)...
    • ...Defense Logistics Agency (DLA); Exercises full decision-making authority for programmatic, technical, and operational matters in the absence of the Program Manager
    • Advises the Program Manager on the program’s budget; recommends strategic direction, ensuring resources are aligned with program priorities ...
    • ... and goals while keeping the program manager informed on upcoming initiatives that may impact funding decisions and financial risks
    • Oversees day-to-day operations and all life-cycle aspects of program management from design, development, system engineering, ...
    • ...integration, testing, configuration management, implementation, risk management, quality assurance, capability deployments and AI/ML enhancements
    • Builds and maintains strategic relationships with senior leaders across the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Department of Defense (DoD) components...
    • ...and federal agencies to ensure alignment of program and enterprise solutions with mission objectives and goals.
    • Employs strong interpersonal and communication and written skills to motivate, inspire, and empower program team members...
    • ...develops and delivers high-impact briefings, reports, and presentations to senior leadership, stakeholders, and customers, translating complex concepts into actionable insights.
    • Directs implementation of DevSecOps practices across the program to improve delivery velocity, security posture while overseeing the Identity, Credential...
    • ... and Access Management (ICAM) strategy and execution, ensuring alignment with Zero Trust principles and DoD identity standards.
    • Collaborates and works closely with PIEE PMO Division Chiefs, providing guidance, setting priorities, and ensuring alignment with PMO, PEO and DLA strategic goals
    • Oversees and ensures PIEE systems and processes meet all audit, financial, and internal control requirements, including compliance with FIAR, DLA and DoD cybersecurity policies

    Qualification Summary

    To qualify for a Program Analyst, your qualifications must include: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-15 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: - Demonstrates mastery-level expertise in management and program analysis - Provides senior guidance and knowledge related to the acquisition life cycle to include program management, development, overall operational effectiveness and oversight of PMO systems and other designated systems. - Provides overall direction and guidance for the development, acquisition, testing, systems integration, product improvement, and deployment of assigned and single sign on capabilities. - Provides managerial guidance on development of program policies, procedures, and practices for organization systems, and ensures that the organization is responsible, accountable, and in compliance with overarching directives and guidance. - Provides management oversight for PMO architecture, legacy and emerging systems, AI/ML development and enhancements to include program management control and evaluation activities to meet desired mission outcomes. B. Education: Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized experience. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

  • Compensation
    $147,945-$220,065 per year
  • Industry
    Government Relations
  • Fun Fact
    Working for the Defense Logistics Agency means being part of the largest logistics agency in the Department of Defense. Our 25,000 employees are dedicated to providing essential services to military and federal organizations.
  • About Us

    The Nation's Logistics Combat Support Agency, responsible for delivering agile, adaptive, and resilient logistics support across the continuum of conflict.