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Computer and Information Technology Field of Interest
Salary Breakdown
Operations Research Analysts
Average
$78,330
ANNUAL
$37.66
HOURLY
Entry Level
$48,090
ANNUAL
$23.12
HOURLY
Mid Level
$77,160
ANNUAL
$37.09
HOURLY
Expert Level
$122,890
ANNUAL
$59.08
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Operations Research Analysts
Current Available & Projected Jobs
Operations Research Analysts
Top Expected Tasks
Operations Research Analysts
01
Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.
02
Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary.
03
Collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives.
04
Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.
05
Collaborate with others in the organization to ensure successful implementation of chosen problem solutions.
06
Analyze information obtained from management to conceptualize and define operational problems.
07
Study and analyze information about alternative courses of action to determine which plan will offer the best outcomes.
08
Prepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions.
09
Define data requirements, and gather and validate information, applying judgment and statistical tests.
10
Observe the current system in operation, and gather and analyze information about each of the component problems, using a variety of sources.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Operations Research Analysts
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Mathematics
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Judgment and Decision Making
ABILITY
Mathematical Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Number Facility
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
Job Opportunities
Operations Research Analysts
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Senior Operations Research Analyst (Contingent)
KIHOMAC Tucson, AZ 85702Posted 22 days+ Provide advanced studies and assessments to support technology transition activities related to the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects
+ Research commercialization pathways for innovation portfolio projects that may offer opportunities to reduce the government’s required investment in the advancement of dual-use technologies
+ Provide innovation services support including coordination with Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve field-level innovation teams, collaboration with outsourced education partners, research of emerging technologies to determine applicability to Air Reserve Component (ARC) problem statements, and facilitation of development of ARC problem statements. The Senior Analyst may also coordinate and integrate across task elements for innovation related discoveries, challenges, solutions and planning
+ Provide education, training, and tactics techniques and procedures (TTP) development assistance for Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects
+ Develop innovation training, provide innovation facilitation instruction for training events, coach innovation teams, and participate in outsourced innovation training events
+ Provide support to Project Manager, Contracting, or senior-level Engineering personnel in the areas of:
o Project scheduling
o Configuration management,
o Finance and accounting
o Contracting
o Limited data analyses
o Database development or data gathering
o Preparation of technical/program reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation
o Test or validation/verification assistance
+ Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineer, reports status and results
+ Other duties as assigned
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Requirements
Education/Training:
+ Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required
Experience:
+ 5+ years of professional experience in the required task area
Security:
+ Must be a US citizen
+ Active Secret clearance required
Benefits
+ Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
+ Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
+ Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
+ Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
+ Short Term & Long Term Disability
+ Training & Development
+ Wellness Resources
Employment TypeFull Time
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Senior Operations Research Analyst / Data Architect
GovCIO Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted 28 days**Overview**
GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Operations Research Analyst / Data Architect to support database development, data configuration, data analytics, and reporting activities at Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This role will be responsible for working within an interconnected reporting and analytics team to pull, configure, and analyze data to create real-time metrics, tasking responses, and overall information to support the ICE mission. This will be a fully remote position.
**Responsibilities**
+ Provide effective data management to enable complex analytics from a myriad of systems and software including Oracle, Databricks, AWS, and ServiceNow
+ Ability to align data with data analytic tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and Qlik Dashboards.
+ Facilitate the needs, issues, and challenges faced by the clients; perform gap analysis and recommend solutions and can be enabled within the data systems.
+ Provide trade-off analyses on technical solutions to determine the best tools and methodologies to solve complex data requests.
+ Create project deliverables, including artifacts to ensure adherence to team compliance and quality standards.
+ Use source data to assess the effectiveness of projects and business processes.
+ Work with all team members to analyze changes in requirements and recommend the most expedient solutions in a timely manner.
+ Enable end-user visibility of data and metrics via dashboard creation and metric dissemination
+ Leverage advanced analytic skills to translate complicated issues from multiple information sources into a clear picture for mission leadership.
**Qualifications**
**Requied Skills and Experience:**
+ Bachelor’s Degree
+ 10+ years of experience work (2 years of experience may be removed for a masters degree)
+ 5+ years of experience in data exploration, data cleaning, visualization, and overall data analytics
+ 2+ years of experience in data visualization tools such as Qlik or Tableau
+ 2+ years of experience in distributed data and computing tools including Databricks
+ Strong evidence of Data modeling, mapping data flows and data design.
+ ELT/ETL experience.
**Preferred Skills and Experience:**
+ Ability to translate ICE specific mission needs into practical data elements for analysis.
+ Experience with Master Data Management & Data Quality tools.
+ Excellent data analytic and communication skills.
+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
+ Ability to work independently in an extremely fast-paced environment.
+ Be flexible to change direction on a moment’s notice while also tracking/executing tasks in progress.
+ Ability to think “outside of the box” while communicating or dealing with a variety of situations.
**Clearance Required:**
+ Ability to attain and maintain DHS clearance (US citizenship required)
**Company Overview**
GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.
Posted Pay Range
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
**Posted Salary Range**
USD $130,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
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**Location** _US-Remote_
**ID** _2024-5022_
**Category** _Information Technology_
**Position Type** _Full-Time_
Employment TypeFull Time
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