Senior Analyst - Defense Readiness Reporting (Active Secret Clearance)

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Akima Systems Engineering has an open position for a Senior Analyst - Defense Readiness supporting the U.S. Coast Guard Force Readiness Command (USCG FORCECOM) in Norfolk, VA.

USCG FORCECOM requires analysis support services in the areas of readiness reporting. Critical to this endeavor is the development, implementation, and maintenance of data collection processes. This entails trend analysis and overarching integration with both DoD stakeholders as well as readiness tracking processes internal to the USCG. This position will provide on-site support services. 

• Timely and accurate data management within the Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS), adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
• Regular analysis and reporting of DRRS data, providing valuable insights to support decision-making processes.
• Maintain proactive training and support, ensuring proficiency in DRRS usage and adherence to security protocols.
• Strict adherence to security requirements, safeguarding DRRS data at all times, and promptly addressing any security concerns or incidents.
• Active participation in collaborative efforts to enhance the Coast Guard's capabilities and contributions to the overall DRRS mission effectiveness.
• Data Management: The contractor employee will be responsible for collecting, organizing, and managing data within the DRRS-S framework on SIPRNet and CG-DRRS on NIPR, respectively. This includes inputting relevant information, updating records as necessary, and ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Analysis and Reporting: The contractor employee shall conduct regular analysis of DRRS-S and CG-DRRS data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. They will prepare comprehensive reports based on their analysis, providing actionable insights to Coast Guard leadership. Create and maintain a SIPR Unit Trends spreadsheet.
• Support: The contractor employee will provide support to new Coast Guard personnel on the use of DRRS-S (where applicable), including proper data entry procedures, troubleshooting common issues, and ensuring adherence to security protocols.
• Continuous Improvement: As part of the ongoing effort to enhance DRRS-S capabilities, the contractor employee will actively participate in discussions and initiatives aimed at improving system functionality, efficiency, and usability.
• Security Compliance: Ensuring compliance with security protocols and regulations is paramount. The contractor employee will work diligently to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of DRRS data, in accordance with the requirements of a Secret clearance.
• Travel may be required.

• Must have a current Secret security clearance.
• Minimum Associate (AA) degree in the related area of work.
• Four (4) or more years of experience with military readiness reporting objectives, policy, and readiness assessments.
• Two (2)  or more years of experience with Navy Defense Readiness Reporting System – Strategic (DRRS-S) database.
• Two (2) or more years of experience with mission essential tasks list (METL) policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Will regularly meet with senior military personnel involved in plans, policy, training management, and readiness assessment.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools and applications (especially proficient with MS Excel application).
• Ability to solve problems and identify, implement and/or monitor alternative solutions.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply requirements applicable to the scope of work.
• Strong organizational, time management, and meeting facilitation skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• An understanding of engineering systems, general Coast Guard equipment, casualties, maintenance, and repair.