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Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

11 open rolesTeam 1001-5000Latest: Apr 21, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
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Principal Advisor

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Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Consultant34 days ago
Full TimeRemoteLeadTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention. SPA's Strategic Division's Strategic Development Group (SDG) supports critical U.S. government programs providing Systems Engineering support, Systems Safety support and Financial Analysis support. SDG is hiring for a part-time Principal Advisor in support of U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). This is a remote position. Responsibilities Provide subject matter expertise on a part-time basis to SSP in the areas of Military Construction (MILCON) and Facility Sustainment, Restoration and Modernization (FSRM) contract guidance and interpretation. This position will support SSP with Subject Matter Expertise on construction contract planning, writing, and execution. This includes advising clients in the development of requirements for and the administration of contracts both pre and post award. This is a remote position which may require some travel. Qualifications Required Qualifications: - Active SECRET Clearance. - Master's Degree in Government Contract Management and Administration. - 15+ years of contracts experience working with OPNAV, CNIC, and/or NAVFAC requirements, policies, and procedures. - Senior Leadership experience at NAVFAC.

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Principal Advisor

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Consultant35 days ago
Part TimeRemoteLeadTeam 1,001-5,000

Role Description SPA's Strategic Division's Strategic Development Group (SDG) supports critical U.S. government programs providing Systems Engineering support, Systems Safety support, and Financial Analysis support. SDG is hiring for a part-time Principal Advisor in support of U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). This is a remote position. - Provide subject matter expertise on a part-time basis to SSP in the areas of Military Construction (MILCON) and Facility Sustainment, Restoration and Modernization (FSRM) contract guidance and interpretation. - Support SSP with Subject Matter Expertise on construction contract planning, writing, and execution. - Advise clients in the development of requirements for and the administration of contracts both pre and post award. - This is a remote position which may require some travel. Qualifications - Active SECRET Clearance. - Master's Degree in Government Contract Management and Administration. - 15+ years of contracts experience working with OPNAV, CNIC, and/or NAVFAC requirements, policies, and procedures. - Senior Leadership experience at NAVFAC. Company Description Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. - The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). - Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

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Financial Analyst

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Analyst35 days ago
Full TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues. The Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) within JOID provides technical, programmatic and analytical support to customers with missions in national security to include the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Group brings technical and operational expertise in fields of countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, nuclear non-proliferation, weapons deployment programs, and transportation safety. In addition to management and advisory services, CIG staff collaborate closely with our clients to provide high-quality modeling, simulation, software, and analytical products to meet the most demanding government standards and timelines. We have an immediate need for a Financial Analyst to provide remote support to our FAA customer. Responsibilities The candidate will provide a wide array of financial management activities in support of government acquisition programs. Produce recurring deliverables such as budget formulation, execution and monitoring, financial analysis, financial artifact creation (Purchase Authorizations, Purchase Requisitions), status briefings, resource planning documents, and congressional inquiries. Respond to ad-hoc requests from multiple divisions with efficiency and analytical understanding of data being presented. Develop financial monitoring and tracking tools, and create PowerPoints and documents to demonstrate understanding of program financials. Interact, utilize, and assist team members with various FAA financial systems. Collaborate with external stakeholders in reporting requirements and external financial goals. Qualifications Required: - 7+ years of experience in government finance-focused positions; focused on managing government financials (program actuals/expenditures, spend plans/ETCs, monthly reports and financial briefings). - Strong analytical background in gathering and interpreting complex amounts of data and excellent communication skills. - Strong proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and other MS products. - Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or Operational Research. - U.S. Citizen and eligible for a Public Trust clearance. Desired: - MA/MS/MBA degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or Operational Research. - Proficiency/direct experience in the following of FAA financial systems: Delphi, G-Invoicing, PRISM, OBIWAN, ORACLE, CWP, REGIS, CIMS, SPIRE, NPC, E2 Travel. - Experience utilizing and working in FAA financial processes such as Corporate Workplan (CWP), Funding JON request (FJR), GovTrip, and resource planning documents (RPDs).

United States
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Info Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Full TimeRemoteLeadTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.! The Space Systems Group (SSG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, provides timely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), one of the three designated Field Commands under USSF. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of command. We provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations which are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to execute on time and on budget within the technical communities. Come join an organization responsible for being a key enabler of Spacepower! SPA has an immediate need for an Information System Security Manager (ISSM). Responsibilities The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) is responsible for the end-to-end cybersecurity posture of the KM Platform across all environments, classifications, and mission systems—current and future. This role leads the cybersecurity branch within Systems Engineering and directs a team of ISSEs/ISSOs to ensure security is not a compliance afterthought, but a continuously enforced, operational capability embedded into the platform. The ISSM owns the integrity of the platform’s authorized boundary, ensuring that security remains consistent, scalable, and resilient as the platform evolves. This role establishes and enforces the security model that enables application teams to deliver rapidly and confidently by removing security as a source of variability, rework, or delay. Core Responsibilities - Lead and manage the cybersecurity function, providing direction, prioritization, and oversight for all ISSE/ISSO personnel supporting the platform - Own and maintain the platform’s cybersecurity posture across all environments (IL4, IL5, IL6, and classified), ensuring alignment with ATO requirements and mission needs - Establish and enforce a consistent security baseline that persists across applications, environments, and time, eliminating variability in how security is applied - Govern all changes to the platform through a structured security impact and configuration management process to preserve the integrity of the authorized boundary - Oversee continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and remediation processes to ensure risks are identified, prioritized, and resolved proactively - Ensure application onboarding integrates security requirements from the start and that enforcement is automated through DevSecOps pipelines (e.g., scanning, SBOM, policy enforcement) - Enforce least-privilege access, workload isolation, and auditability across all platform users, systems, and data - Serve as the primary authority and interface for cybersecurity with government stakeholders, Authorizing Officials, and external auditors - Drive standardization of security practices across teams, ensuring predictable, repeatable paths to production without rework or ambiguity - Integrate cybersecurity into platform engineering, DevSecOps, and operational workflows to enable secure continuous delivery at scale Expected Outcomes - Security is a built-in, continuously enforced capability of the platform, not a variable introduced by individual teams or deployments - The platform maintains sustained ATOs across environments, with changes introduced without degrading the authorized boundary or requiring rework - Application teams experience predictable, frictionless paths to production, with clear and stable security requirements that do not change midstream - Vulnerabilities are identified early and resolved proactively, minimizing operational risk, audit findings, and mission impact - All platform changes are controlled, assessed, and introduced without unintended security consequences, preserving system stability and trust - Access, data, and workloads are securely isolated and auditable, reducing risk exposure and ensuring accountability across users and teams - The software supply chain is transparent and continuously monitored, with full visibility into dependencies and associated risks - Cybersecurity enables speed, not delay, allowing rapid, secure delivery of mission capabilities without sacrificing assurance - The cybersecurity team operates as a high-performing, unified function, delivering consistent outcomes across all environments and programs Qualifications Qualifications: - Active Top Secret clearance - Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study from an accredited institution - 10 years of relevant hands-on experience - Demonstrated experience leading a cybersecurity program or function, including directing ISSE/ISSO personnel and managing security strategy across multiple environments or classifications - Proven ability to own and maintain a system’s cybersecurity posture, ensuring alignment with ATO requirements and governing security frameworks across IL4–classified environments - Hands‑on background establishing and enforcing consistent security baselines, conducting security impact assessments, and governing changes through structured configuration‑management processes - Deep experience overseeing continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, remediation workflows, and automated enforcement of security requirements within DevSecOps pipelines - Strong track record interfacing with government cybersecurity stakeholders and auditors, communicating and defending security decisions, and ensuring predictable, secure paths to production

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Deputy Chief Support Operations

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Operations41 days ago
Full TimeRemoteLeadTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.! The Space Systems Group (SSG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, provides timely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), one of the three designated Field Commands under USSF. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of command. We provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations which are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to execute on time and on budget within the technical communities. Come join an organization responsible for being a key enabler of Spacepower! SPA has an immediate need for a Deputy Chief Support Operations. Responsibilities The Deputy Chief Support Operations serves as the technical and execution lead for the Support Operations Division, ensuring all support services—across user access, enterprise IT coordination, and secure facility operations—are delivered efficiently, securely, and in alignment with mission priorities. Operating as a trusted advisor to the Chief of Support Operations, this role integrates security, IT, and facility considerations into actionable plans and workflows that the team can execute. While not a primary supervisor, the Deputy drives day-to-day execution by setting priorities, managing the backlog, and holding the team accountable to standards, timelines, and outcomes. This role brings deep subject matter expertise in security systems and compliance, ensuring all operations (digital and physical) are proactively aligned with governing requirements. The Deputy also operates as a tactician, empowered to coordinate with vendors, evaluate solutions, and execute approved actions to maintain and improve operational capability. When required, the Deputy assumes full responsibility for the division in the absence of the Chief. Core Responsibilities - Serve as the execution lead for Support Operations, translating priorities into actionable plans, tasking, and workflows across the team - Manage and prioritize the division backlog, ensuring work is aligned to mission needs and executed efficiently - Drive accountability across the team, tracking actions, enforcing standards, and ensuring timely completion of tasks and obligations - Integrate security, IT, and facility requirements into cohesive operational solutions that are practical, compliant, and executable - Provide subject matter expertise across security systems, secure facility operations, and enterprise IT support functions - Oversee and validate compliance with security requirements, ensuring all processes, systems, and facilities meet applicable standards proactively - Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve issues, improve workflows, and enhance service delivery - Engage with vendors and trades to scope work, obtain and evaluate quotes, and support execution of facility and infrastructure improvements - Execute authorized purchases and transactions within delegated authority, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources and alignment with program priorities - Support management of facility operations, including secure and unclassified spaces, ensuring readiness, functionality, and compliance - Enhance operational processes and workflows to improve efficiency, reduce friction, and maximize team productivity - Maintain continuity of operations and leadership, assuming full authority and decision-making responsibility in the absence of the Chief Expected Outcomes - Support Operations executes with discipline, clarity, and accountability, with all work tracked, prioritized, and completed on time - Security and compliance requirements are proactively maintained and continuously validated, with no gaps, surprises, or audit deficiencies - Workflows across IT support, user services, and facility operations are integrated, efficient, and continuously improving - The team operates at high productivity, with clear priorities, minimal rework, and effective coordination across responsibilities - Vendor engagements and facility improvements are well-scoped, cost-effective, and executed efficiently, supporting mission needs - Resources and funds are managed responsibly and transparently, with sound judgment applied to all transactions and decisions - Issues and risks are identified early and resolved effectively, preventing disruption to users or operations - The division maintains operational continuity and effectiveness regardless of leadership availability - Stakeholders experience reliable, professional, and responsive support services, reinforcing trust in the platform - Support Operations remains secure, compliant, and mission-ready, with all physical and digital environments operating to standard Qualifications Must Have - Active Top Secret clearance - Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited institution - 10 years of relevant experience - Demonstrated experience leading day‑to‑day operational execution in a technical or security‑focused environment, including setting priorities and managing workflow backlogs - Proven ability to integrate security, IT, and facility requirements into practical operational plans and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable standards - Hands‑on expertise with security systems, secure facility operations, and enterprise IT support functions, including coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders - Track record of driving accountability across teams, monitoring task execution, enforcing standards, and delivering work on schedule - Experience managing facility or infrastructure work—scoping tasks, evaluating quotes, overseeing execution, and responsibly managing delegated purchasing authority At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Pay Transparency Range: 150k - 165k

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150K - 165K / year
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Enterprise Architect

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Architect48 days ago
Full TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.! The Space Systems Group (SSG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, provides timely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), one of the three designated Field Commands under USSF. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of command. We provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations which are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to execute on time and on budget within the technical communities. Come join an organization responsible for being a key enabler of Spacepower! SPA has an immediate need for a Enterprise Architect/Chief Platform Operations. Responsibilities The Enterprise Architect/Chief of Platform Operations is responsible for the performance, reliability, and continuous delivery of the KM Platform across all environments and classifications. As the leader of the largest and most critical division within the platform organization, this role directs all operational activities that enable mission systems to run securely, reliably, and at scale. Reporting to the Platform Program Manager, the Chief of Platform Operations leads a multi-disciplinary organization spanning cloud engineering, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, and Site Reliability Engineering across IL4/IL5, IL6, Secret, and future environments. This role ensures the platform operates as a cohesive, high-performing system where uptime, responsiveness, and user experience are never compromised. The Chief of Platform Operations is both a visionary and an operator, driving proactive improvements to platform performance, scalability, and efficiency while maintaining the ability to lead decisively through high-pressure operational events. This role sets the standard for operational excellence, ensuring the platform remains trusted, resilient, and mission-ready at all times. Core Responsibilities - Lead and manage the Platform Operations division, overseeing all personnel, branches, and environment-aligned teams responsible for platform delivery and performance - Own platform-wide operational performance, including uptime, availability, latency, mean time to restore, pipeline reliability, and collaboration tool availability - Establish and enforce operational standards, processes, and SLAs to ensure consistent, high-quality performance across all environments - Direct 24/7 operational readiness and incident response, ensuring rapid, coordinated resolution of outages and mission-impacting issues - Drive proactive platform improvements, including automation, scalability enhancements, workflow optimization, and adoption of new capabilities from Systems Engineering - Ensure seamless onboarding and operational support for application teams, reducing friction and enabling rapid, reliable delivery to production - Integrate cloud, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, and SRE practices into a unified operational model that supports continuous delivery and Day-2 excellence - Partner with the Deputy and Technical Director to optimize technical architecture, tooling, and team performance while maintaining alignment with mission priorities - Translate program priorities from the Platform PM into executable operational plans, ensuring alignment between strategy and execution - Maintain accountability for platform observability, metrics, and reporting, providing clear, accurate, and timely insights to leadership and stakeholders - Engage with Mission Capability Leads and external stakeholders to ensure platform performance, responsiveness, and user experience meet mission needs - Continuously assess and improve team structure, workflows, and operational efficiency to scale with platform growth and complexity Expected Outcomes - The platform operates with consistently high availability and reliability, meeting or exceeding SLAs across all environments and services - Incidents are rapidly detected, triaged, and resolved, with minimal mission impact and continuously improving response and recovery times - Platform operations are proactive rather than reactive, with automation, monitoring, and process improvements preventing issues before they occur - Application teams experience fast, frictionless onboarding and stable operational environments, enabling continuous delivery without disruption - Operational workflows are streamlined, scalable, and efficient, reducing manual effort and increasing team productivity - The platform maintains a unified, high-performing operational model across all classifications and environments, with no degradation in standards - Metrics and reporting provide clear, actionable visibility into platform health, performance, and trends for leadership and stakeholders - The operations team functions as a cohesive, mission-driven organization, aligned to priorities and executing with discipline and urgency - The platform remains trusted, resilient, and desirable, delivering a high-quality user experience that drives adoption and mission success - Operational capabilities continuously evolve to support increased scale, complexity, and mission demand without loss of performance Qualifications Qualifications: - Active Top Secret clearance - Master’s degree in relevant field of study from an accredited institution - 12 years of relevant hands-on experience - Proven experience leading large, multi‑disciplinary operations organizations (e.g., cloud engineering, SRE, DevSecOps, Kubernetes) responsible for high‑availability, mission‑critical platforms - Demonstrated ability to manage and optimize platform‑wide operational performance, including availability, latency, incident response, MTTR, and pipeline reliability - Hands‑on background establishing and enforcing operational standards, processes, SLAs, and 24/7 incident management practices across complex, multi‑classification environments - Track record driving proactive operational improvements—such as automation, scalability enhancements, workflow optimization, and continuous delivery enablement - Experience integrating cloud, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps/SRE practices into a cohesive operational model while engaging effectively with technical stakeholders and mission users

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Enterprise Architect

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Architect48 days ago
Full TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.! The Space Systems Group (SSG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, provides timely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), one of the three designated Field Commands under USSF. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of command. We provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations which are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to execute on time and on budget within the technical communities. Come join an organization responsible for being a key enabler of Spacepower! SPA has an immediate need for a Enterprise Architect/Chief Engineer. Responsibilities The Enterprise Architect/Chief Engineer is the senior technical authority for the KM Platform, responsible for defining, governing, and evolving the platform’s architecture, engineering standards, and technical direction across all environments and capabilities. Reporting directly to the Platform Program Manager, this role leads the Systems Engineering Division, encompassing Platform Architecture, Platform Test, Account Management Services, Cybersecurity, and Configuration & Data Management. The Chief Engineer owns both the as-is and to-be architecture, ensuring the platform evolves deliberately, responsibly, and in alignment with mission priorities. This role serves as the source of technical credibility for the program by balancing innovation with discipline, and performance with assurance while ensuring no change compromises operational stability or mission outcomes. As a thought leader and decision authority, the Chief Engineer drives the integration of new technologies, patterns, and capabilities while upholding rigorous systems engineering practices. This role ensures that every technical decision is grounded in data, aligned to mission need, and defensible to stakeholders across government, engineering, and operational communities. Core Responsibilities - Lead and manage the Systems Engineering Division, overseeing all branches responsible for architecture, testing, cybersecurity, configuration, and platform-level services - Own and maintain the platform’s architectural vision, including both current-state and future-state design across all environments and classifications - Establish and enforce engineering standards, technical patterns, and design principles to ensure consistency, scalability, and interoperability across the platform - Balance and optimize system qualities (e.g., security, performance, reliability, scalability, usability, maintainability), ensuring no single attribute is advanced at the expense of overall system integrity without justified trade analysis - Serve as the final technical authority for major design decisions, changes, and deviations, ensuring alignment with mission requirements and operational constraints - Ensure all engineering efforts adhere to disciplined systems engineering practices, including requirements management, trade studies, verification and validation, and configuration control - Drive innovation and continuous modernization of the platform while ensuring new capabilities are mature, supportable, and do not introduce unacceptable risk to operations - Partner closely with Platform Operations to ensure all architectural decisions are executable, supportable, and do not degrade performance, reliability, or user experience - Oversee platform testing and validation strategies to ensure capabilities are production-ready, resilient, and aligned with mission use cases - Govern configuration and data management practices to maintain integrity, traceability, and control of the platform baseline - Collaborate with external stakeholders, including government leadership, aerospace partners, enterprise engineering organizations, and mission users, to align technical direction with mission needs - Defend and communicate technical decisions with clarity, rigor, and evidence, ensuring stakeholder confidence and alignment - Translate program priorities into a coherent technical roadmap that sustains platform relevance, capability, and mission value over time Expected Outcomes - The platform maintains a clear, coherent, and evolving architectural vision that guides all development, operations, and investment decisions - Technical decisions are data-driven, well-documented, and defensible, with strong stakeholder alignment and confidence - System qualities are balanced and optimized holistically, ensuring security, performance, reliability, and usability are all sustained at high levels - New capabilities are introduced deliberately and responsibly, with no degradation to operational stability or mission performance - Engineering practices are disciplined, repeatable, and aligned with industry standards (e.g., INCOSE), ensuring rigor across the lifecycle - The platform remains technically credible, modern, and relevant, continuously evolving to meet mission demands without unnecessary risk - Platform Operations executes effectively because architecture and design decisions are practical, supportable, and aligned to real-world constraints - Configuration, testing, and cybersecurity practices ensure the platform is controlled, validated, and resilient across all environments - Stakeholders across government and engineering communities view the platform as trusted, well-engineered, and mission-aligned - The platform continues to deliver meaningful mission value, never losing sight of its purpose as a service provider rather than a standalone technical product Qualifications Qualifications: - Active Top Secret clearance - 20 years of relevant hands-on experience - Extensive experience serving as a senior technical authority or chief architect, owning system or platform‑level architecture across multiple environments or classifications - Demonstrated ability to define, govern, and enforce engineering standards, technical patterns, and design principles for large, integrated systems - Proven track record making major technical decisions grounded in data, trade analysis, and mission or business requirements, with the ability to defend decisions to diverse stakeholders - Hands‑on experience applying rigorous systems engineering practices—including requirements management, V&V, trade studies, configuration control, and platform‑level testing - Experience leading multi‑disciplinary engineering organizations, driving modernization and innovation while maintaining system stability, security, performance, and operational readiness

United States
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Environmental and Disposal Liabilities (E&DL) Developer

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Business Analyst59 days ago
Full TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Intrepid, an SPA Company, brings more than 20 years of experience supporting the Department of Defense and U.S. Government, consistently setting the standard for excellence in the federal marketplace. Committed to advancing the mission of the U.S. Warfighter, Intrepid leverages technological superiority to deliver innovative solutions across air, space, land, and sea domains. We are proud to foster a collaborative, dynamic work environment, offering competitive compensation and an industry-leading 401k contribution. Our team is built through merit and achievement, and we’re always looking for the best and brightest to join us in our growth. We treat our people like family, we are mission-focused, and we give back! Join us today. We are seeking a skilled Environmental and Disposal Liabilities (E&DL) Developer to join our team. The candidate will be required to provide the U.S. Army with E&DL audit readiness, remediation, and programmatic support to assist the client in achieving improved audit readiness and sustainability. This position is fully remote. Posted salary is subject to change based on location. Responsibilities Develop Cost-to-Complete (CTC) Environmental and Disposal Liability (E&DL) estimates across the Army by collaborating with Points of Contact (POCs) to gather proper documentation that supports the assumptions and calculations within the estimates. This process involves iterative revisions and responding to comments from Validation Review and Army review. Input received data and documentation from POCs into the Army's E&DL financial system of record. Demonstrate the ability to interpret feasibility studies, decision documents, contracts, and other supporting materials effectively. Apply fundamental audit principles to the concepts, processes, practices, and procedures related to E&DL. Provide assistance with E&DL financial reporting data calls and conduct year-over-year variance analysis. Support comparative analysis and justification of fiscal year requirements, along with environmental cost estimates, to ensure the accuracy and integrity of budget justifications and other environmental data submissions. Update relevant standard operating procedures (SOPs) as necessary to reflect current practices. Use expertise to handle multiple complex work assignments, operate independently with appreciable latitude in developing methodologies, and present solutions to challenges as they arise. Contribute to the creation of deliverables and performance metrics, where applicable. Maintain or develop knowledge of cost-estimating software as required. At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Pay Transparency Range: $70k – $101k. Qualifications Required Qualifications: - Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance - At least 1-3 years of related work experience with federal financial management, program management, or environmental liabilities experience - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Business Management, or Environmental Sciences preferred. Experience may be substituted for education - Strong attention to detail; strong data/time management and organizational skills; strong verbal/written communication skills; self-starter; and ability to build relationships with client. - Proficient in MS Office and Adobe Desired Qualifications: - B.A. or B.S. in any form of Environmental Science/Related field OR Hazardous Materials Cleanup/Disposal - Operational understanding of DoD environmental cleanup programs - Experience with DoD financial statement audit, internal control testing or analysis, and coordinating with external auditors - Knowledge of Army financial management policies, systems, and procedures - Knowledge of the Comprehensive Environmental Resource, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and other environmental policy - Specialized certification to include CPA, CGFM, CDFM, or other equivalent - Working knowledge of Environmental Database of Record - Ability to support possible project-related travel

United States
$70K - $101K / year
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E&DL Developer

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Business Analyst59 days ago
Full TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Intrepid, an SPA Company, brings more than 20 years of experience supporting the Department of Defense and U.S. Government, consistently setting the standard for excellence in the federal marketplace. Committed to advancing the mission of the U.S. Warfighter, Intrepid leverages technological superiority to deliver innovative solutions across air, space, land, and sea domains. We are proud to foster a collaborative, dynamic work environment, offering competitive compensation and an industry-leading 401k contribution. Our team is built through merit and achievement, and we’re always looking for the best and brightest to join us in our growth. We treat our people like family, we are mission-focused, and we give back! Join us today. We are seeking a skilled Environmental and Disposal Liabilities (E&DL) Developer to join our team. The candidate will be required to provide the U.S. Army with E&DL audit readiness, remediation, and programmatic support to assist the client in achieving improved audit readiness and sustainability. This position is fully remote. Posted salary is subject to change based on location. Responsibilities - Develop Cost-to-Complete (CTC) E&DL estimates across the Army; including working with POCs to gather appropriate documentation used to support the assumptions and calculations within the estimate. This will include iterative revisions and responding to comments from Validation Review and Army review. - Input data/documentation received from POCs into the Army E&DL financial system of record. - Ability to interpret feasibility studies, decision documents, contracts, and other supporting documentation. - Apply fundamental audit principles to concepts, processes, practices, and procedures of E&DL. - Assist with E&DL financial reporting data calls and year over year variance analysis. - Assist with comparative analysis and justification of fiscal year requirements and the environmental cost estimates to assist with accuracy and integrity of budget justifications and other various environmental data submissions. - Update relevant standard operating procedures (SOP) as appropriate. - Apply expertise on multiple complex work assignments. - Operate with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems. - Contribute to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable. - Knowledge of or ability to learn cost estimating software. At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Pay Transparency Range: $70k – $101k. Qualifications Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Business Management, or Environmental Sciences preferred. Experience may be substituted for education - At least 1-3 years of related work experience with federal financial management, program management, or environmental liabilities experience - Strong attention to detail; strong data/time management and organizational skills; strong verbal/written communication skills; self-starter; and ability to build relationships with client. - Proficient in MS Office and Adobe - Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance Desired Qualifications: - B.A. or B.S. in any form of Environmental Science/Related field OR Hazardous Materials Cleanup/Disposal - Operational understanding of DoD environmental cleanup programs - Experience with DoD financial statement audit, internal control testing or analysis, and coordinating with external auditors - Knowledge of Army financial management policies, systems, and procedures - Knowledge of the Comprehensive Environmental Resource, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and other environmental policy - Specialized certification to include CPA, CGFM, CDFM, or other equivalent - Working knowledge of Environmental Database of Record - Ability to support possible project-related travel

United States
$70K - $101K / year
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IT Project Management Support

Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE). Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

Full TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000

Overview Intrepid, an SPA Company, brings more than 20 years of experience supporting the Department of Defense and U.S. Government, consistently setting the standard for excellence in the federal marketplace. Committed to advancing the mission of the U.S. Warfighter, Intrepid leverages technological superiority to deliver innovative solutions across air, space, land, and sea domains. We are proud to foster a collaborative, dynamic work environment, offering competitive compensation and an industry-leading 401k contribution. Our team is built through merit and achievement, and we’re always looking for the best and brightest to join us in our growth. We treat our people like family, we are mission-focused, and we give back! Join us today. SPA has an IT Project Management Support. Responsibilities IT Program and Project Manager will oversee the coordination and execution of multiple IT projects within a program, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. This role involves developing program roadmaps, tracking metrics, managing risks, and ensuring fiscal discipline across the division's budget. The manager will also document project scopes, schedules, and deliverables, facilitate collaboration across teams, and ensure successful completion of all project outcomes. The position requires strong organizational, communication, and technical skills to manage program governance, project tracking, and stakeholder engagement effectively. Qualifications - A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution - 3-5 years’ experience - Ability to develop program plans, project schedules, and trackers using available tools - Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) - In-depth knowledge of (SharePoint, Teams) - Strong written and verbal communication - Strong organizational skills - Collaborative mindset to work across sections - Experience in attending meetings, documenting minutes, and capturing action items - An active SECRET security clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

United States
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