Project Analyst

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Innovation
DoD
Organizational Skills
Microsoft Exchange
Facilitation
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Business Administration
Microsoft Office
Microsoft SharePoint
Writing
Reporting
Management
Security Clearance
Continuous Integration
Kanban
Dashboard
Analytical Skill
Documentation
Communication
Business Analysis
PMP
CAPM
Certified Business Analysis Professional
Agile
Scrum
Project Management
JIRA
Asana
SAP BASIS
Law
FOCUS

Job Details

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Project Analyst to work in our Fairfax, VA office supporting Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects that drive innovation.

ECS is seeking a Project Analyst that has proven administrative experience and can provide organizational support for projects focused on US Government and Department of Defense missions. The ideal candidate for this role will be a critical thinker, an excellent communicator and will be self-motivated, action-driven, and passionate about collaborating with various stakeholders on various topics.

This position assists with customer engagements including technical discussions and project monitoring and control. The Project Analyst reports directly to the Project Manager and provides programmatic and technological support on current and planned daily activities.

This is a hybrid position, with the expectation for on-site work (Fairfax, VA and/or Springfield, VA) at least 3 days a week, with the potential for adjustment depending upon program needs. ECS has extraordinary customers who are thought and action leaders in the AI/ML field. We offer highly competitive compensation and benefits to the right person for this key position.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Orchestrating meetings and capturing meeting minutes
  • Organizing project kickoff and Technical Exchange Meetings
  • Facilitating customer/partner engagements to recognize requirements
  • Assisting with resolving blockers and aligning cross-functional teams around project goals and technical requirements
This position offers a wealth of exposure to key AI/ML industry leaders and supports development, deployment and end-to-end support of frontier technologies.

Required Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
  • 1-2+ years of relevant work experience
  • Proficient with MS office Suite, ticket tracking systems, SharePoint, etc.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills
  • Must be a self-starter who can work independently
  • Experience with tracking and reporting project metrics
  • Experience managing stakeholders and ability to quickly adjust to changing customer priorities


Desired Skills

  • Active Secret Security Clearance
  • Ability to obtain a CI Poly
  • Knowledge of Agile, Kanban and/or JIRA
  • Assist the Project Manager in maintaining project plans, schedules, and deliverables across technical and business teams.
  • Prepare executive summaries, dashboards, and performance reports highlighting business impact and adoption progress.
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
  • Certification in project management or business analysis (PMP, CAPM, CBAP, or Agile/Scrum).
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, or MS Project).
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ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3300+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.
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