Program Analyst

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world-from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.

Job Description

The Red Gate Group is seeking an experienced Program Analyst to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). This role provides expert analytical and consultative support across complex, mission-critical programs, ensuring delivery excellence, operational efficiency, and alignment with customer objectives. The Program Analyst plays a key role in overseeing performance, managing stakeholder relationships, and supporting decision-making in a fast-paced Intelligence Community environment.

This position is ideal for a professional who excels at bridging strategy and execution, managing complex initiatives, and advising senior leaders on program performance and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Program Execution & Performance Management

• Provide expert consultative support within assigned functional and technical areas.
• Oversee delivery and performance management to ensure program objectives are met.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and performance metrics and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control standards are consistently applied.
• Identify, track, and resolve program issues and risks.

Planning, Analysis & Requirements

• Lead requirements gathering, analysis, and validation with customers and stakeholders.
• Support new project identification, tracking, and functional analysis.
• Validate project concepts and implementation approaches with government stakeholders.
• Develop and finalize project implementation plans.
• Define, manage, monitor, and control project scope, cost, risk, and schedule.

Leadership & Coordination

• Manage all aspects of project activity, organizing and assigning responsibilities to team members.
• Lead teams on large, complex projects and ensure successful task execution.
• Coordinate task planning, scheduling, and attendance tracking and reporting.
• Ensure project documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with program standards.
• Provide management reporting and oversight to government leadership.

Stakeholder & Organizational Support

• Manage customer relationships and communications to ensure transparency and trust.
• Assist senior government managers with organizational philosophy, mission, vision, and management advisory support.
• Provide input into organizational structure, re-organization efforts, and associated change management activities.
• Support effective collaboration across customers, teaming partners, and vendors.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph (or ability to successfully pass a polygraph).
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant program analysis, program management, or consulting experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex programs with technical, contractual, and administrative responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, Project (including EPM), SharePoint, and Visio.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively under pressure.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and creative problem-solving abilities.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting the Department of Defense and/or the Intelligence Community.
• Experience advising senior leaders in high-visibility or mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with large-scale enterprise or IT-enabled programs.