Description The Leidos SES Product Division, Program Management Office currently has an opening for a Project Support Analyst, with a focus on support to Americas Region programs.
Primary Responsibilities
The ideal candidate would be responsible for providing support to the PMO to include administrative support, data analysis/reporting, and new initiatives. Responsibilities are anticipated to include both routine and non-routine tasks including special projects. Primary support is to the Americas (Aviation and Ports & Borders) teams as well as support to the Global PMO. It is expected that after initial onboarding and training, the individual receives general instructions on new assignments and will not require ongoing instruction on routine work. The individual will need to utilize business acumen and professional concepts to solve a variety of challenges. Responsibilities are anticipated to include the following: Manage small purchases for PMO team to include purchasing & reconciliation, cost tracking, approval routing, and coordination with the Procurement organization where necessary.Support larger purchases for PMO team with requests and approvals. This may include initiating Purchase Requisitions.Perform onboarding administrative tasks such as ordering hardware, phones, corporate cards, etc.Lead or support internal PM Office-wide projects and initiatives as well as longer-term implementation at the direction of the Global PMO Sr. Director. Example initiatives may include, creating and implementing data management collection techniques; standardization of project data, team procedures, common toolsets; Evaluating program budgetary controls and financial management processesSupport customer or management inquiries, business data consolidation, analysis, and reporting. This may include production or financial data to enable leadership decision makingCoordinate customer visits and meetings supporting TSA or CBP programs. This may include scheduling, drafting agendas, site access and local Leidos site coordination, record keeping (attendance, meeting minutes, etc.), and related logistics planning.Interact and coordinate internally as assigned to help improve internal operations and team effectiveness. Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business Administration, Operations, Finance, Engineering, etc.)A minimum of 4 years of experience.Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are required for effective interface with internal and external customers.Must be proficient with Microsoft office applications and considered an intermediate to advanced user in at least 1 business tool (MS Excel, Project, SharePoint, etc.). Strong analytical and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to accurately summarize data into actionable options and recommendations.Excellent interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and with a teamAbility to adapt to changing technologyWorking knowledge of financial concepts and measurements to program management e.g., ROI, earned value management, net present value etc.Security Requirement: This position may involve support that will require vetting by US Department of Homeland Security and may require a secret security clearance.Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen and resident of the U.S. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with CostPoint and/or QuickBaseProven ability to support leading and managing cross-functional teams and relationships in a matrix environment; influence people outside of direct reporting relationships/levels; and, communicate effectively at all levels.Experience in manufacturing or engineering environments with knowledge of MRP systems and Configuration Management principlesExperience in the Security Detection industry with understanding of industry best practicesPMP® Certification is preferred. Highly relevant and successful Program/Project Management experience may be considered as an alternative.Must be able to travel on a periodic basis (1-4 trips per year anticipated, primarily within the US)Experience with development, installation, delivery, maintenance/warranty, and/or management of security detection & automation equipment.Experience in obtaining various licenses, certifications, and accreditations etc. for contract requirements.Experience working in a highly matrixed organization. Original Posting Date:******** While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:Pay Range $68,900.00 - $124,550.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.