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Leidos National Security Sector (NSS) is seeking a highly experienced and skilled mission-driven Operational Research System Analyst (ORSA) to support APOLLO/OPIAS in Tampa, FL. This role will be embedded in operational planning teams, applying advanced analytical methods—such as modeling and simulation, wargaming, statistical analysis, and systems thinking—to inform mission design, evaluate Courses of Action (COAs), and develop Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) and Performance (MOPs) as part of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE). The ORSA will enhance operational adaptability, strategic alignment, and mission effectiveness across Irregular Warfare planning activities. This position is on a future contract pending award announcement.

Possible locations for this position are as follows:

• AFRICOM
• CENTCOM
• SOUTHCOM
• EUCOM
• INDOPACOM
• NORTHCOM
  
  

• MacDill (Tampa, FL)
• Al Udeid (Qatar)
• Fort Meade (Maryland)
• Northcom (Colorado Springs, CO)
• Camp Humphreys (Korea)
• Arifjan (Kuwait)
• Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (Hawaii)
• Fort Eisenhower (Georgia)
• Offutt AFB (Omaha, NE)
• Naval Operating Base Norfolk (Virginia)
• Southcom (Doral, FL)
• JB San Antonio (Texas)
• Stuttgart (Germany)
• Vicenza (Italy)
• Tyndall AFB (Florida)
  
  

• Define measurable and observable Measures of Effectiveness.
• Participate in the development of intelligence and non-kinetic targeting activities to align collections and define acceptable outcomes.
• Support assessments of the information environment by applying a combination of opinion research data, intelligence, operational reporting, and social media insights.
• Contribute to the collection of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, and regional indicators through all available sources to assess approved series in the theater.
• Coordinate, consolidate, submit, and track intelligence requirements across Information Forces and Info activities.
• Create, determine resourcing, and/or coordinate with stakeholders, the collection of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, and regional identified indicators through all available sources to assess approved series in the theater.
• Participate in the development of intelligence for inclusion in command collection plans, facilitating planning, execution, and feedback for measures of performance and measures of effectiveness.
• Identify, assess, design, and report on highly complex adversary strengths, weaknesses, order of battle, force structure, military capabilities, key military leadership, military policies, plans, strategies, intentions, and their impact on force developments in support of IO Division planning efforts and operational execution
• Conduct assessment of information activities and OIE. Identify and track measures of performance through the attainment of measures of effectiveness
• Provide operational intelligence services that include the full range of intelligence functions to address Information Related Capabilities (IRC) requirements.
• Apply advanced analytical methods—such as statistics, modeling, simulations, and data science—to assess and optimize the effectiveness of OIE and influence campaigns. Help leadeship and planners make data-informed decisions about employing Information Forces across the battlespace.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Economics, or related quantitative field
• 3+ years of experience applying quantitative methods to military or government problem sets
• Experience working in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
• Proficiency in modeling, simulation, optimization, and data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to develop and brief decision support tools or assessments to senior leaders
• Familiarity with statistical tools and languages (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB, or SAS)
• Strong communication skills — able to present complex findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
  
  

• Master’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or a closely related discipline
• Completion of FA49 (Army ORSA) or similar military ORSA training pipeline
• 5+ years of experience supporting Combatant Commands, the Joint Staff, or DoD components
• Experience supporting Information Operations, Strategic Communications, or Influence Assessment
• Understanding of Joint Planning Process (JPP) or campaign design
• Proficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, D3.js) or network analysis software (Gephi, Palantir, Neo4j)
• Experience applying machine learning or predictive modeling in an operational context
• Familiarity with campaign assessment frameworks, Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs), Measures of Performance (MOPs), and wargaming
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager is responsible for financial modeling related to industry and regional competitive intelligence, strategic planning, cash management, and treasury projects. This role oversees Group management and statutory reporting, including monthly and quarterly reports, budgets, and forecasts, along with in-depth analysis of key metrics to support senior management in delivering the Group's financial performance.

Job Responsibilities

1. Develop business planning processes, prepare reports, and analyze key financial metrics.
2. Deliver in-depth financial analysis and narratives for operational and strategic decision-making.
3. Analyze financial models for industry and regional intelligence, strategic planning, and cash management.
4. Design drivers-based plans and provide analytical support to leadership.
5. Ensure robust forecasting processes with stakeholder input.
6. Prepare budgets, forecasts, executive reports, and evaluate business opportunities aligned with strategic goals.
7. Collaborate with operational teams to meet business objectives and develop proposals.
8. Assist in modeling acquisitions and provide commercial guidance.
9. Develop models for strategic plans and transactions.
10. Work with department heads and HR to optimize results.
11. Provide insights into budgeting and strategic planning processes.
12. Engage closely with the CFO to facilitate business interactions.
13. Perform ad hoc analyses and oversee financial systems implementation.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts, monitor reconciliations.
2. Develop financial plans, conduct comparative analyses, and prepare annual budgets.
3. Coordinate with business units and managers to enhance financial support.
4. Report on income and expenses, compile financial data, and prepare final reports.
5. Develop consolidated forecasts in collaboration with sales and operations teams.
6. Evaluate financial results and conduct commercial analyses.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Deep knowledge of IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with executive teams.
• Proficiency with the latest accounting tools/software.
• Understanding of auditing, risk management, and control processes.
• Strong grasp of finance and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, audit quality, and industry specifics, especially in construction and the Middle East.
• ERP experience, preferably SAP.

Job Experience

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in supervisory roles, with GCC experience as a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounts and Finance.
• Professional qualification such as CA or CMA.

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The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager is responsible for financial modeling for reporting of industry and regional competitive intelligence, strategic planning, cash management, and treasury-related projects.This role will take full responsibility for the Group management and statutory reporting which includes monthly and quarterly reporting, budgets and forecasting as well as in-depth analysis of key metrics thus supporting senior management with the delivery of the Group financial performance

Develop business planning process, prepares reports, and analyzes all chief metrics for all financial plans.

Prepare and deliver in-depth financial analysis and insightful narrative on the financial and commercial areas for operational and strategic business requirements.

Responsible for analyzing financial modeling for reporting of industry and regional competitive intelligence, strategic planning, cash management and related projects.

Design various drivers-based plans and provides analytical support to leaders

Ensure robust forecasts are in a place having challenged and interrogated the key inputs with the relevant stakeholders

Prepare budgeting, forecast, executive reports and business opportunity evaluations to be in line with strategic business objectives, and provide financial analysis and recommendation to Management

Collaborate with different operations teams to achieve all business objectives and prepare appropriate business proposals and operating practices.

Assist in modeling acquisitions and provide commercial guidance to the wider function

Develop and models strategic plans. Build models for transactions and support the transaction process

Work with department directors and human resources for achieving optimal results for guests and financial performance.

Provide commercial insight into both the budgeting process and strategic planning within the business

Work very closely with the CFO to drive interaction with the wider business

Performs ad hoc analysis and coordinates with teams and implements all financial systems.

Prepare yearly budgeting and monthly forecasts and coordinate with senior management and monitor reconciliation of buying requisitions.

Develop financial plans perform comparative analyses and prepare an annual budget.

Coordinate with business units and managers and makes recommendations to enhance financial support to all plans

Prepare reports on income and expenses of the Company, coordinates with various departments and compiles all financial data, and prepares final financial reports.

Develop consolidated forecasts, and coordinates with various sales and operation team to develop financial forecasts.

Evaluate all financial results and associated reporting, conduct financial and commercial studies to develop analyses

In-depth knowledge and detailed insights into IFRS and regulatory requirements

Experience working within an executive team

Knowledgeable in the latest accounting tools/software

Knowledge of the Code of Ethic for Auditing, Risk Management and Control processes

Deep Knowledge of finance and accounting principles and practices

Knowledge of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting, and audit

General planning, coordination, and knowledge of the construction industry in general and the Middle-East in particular

Detailed understanding and extensive experience in the financial planning process.

ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Minimum 8 years working experience, 5 years in a relevant supervisory position, 2 years GCC experience is a plus

Accountability

Build High-Performing Teams

Provide Direction

Budget Preparation and Reporting L4

Budgeting Analysis L4

Cost Accounting Theory/Concepts L4

Cost Variance Analysis L4

Leadership

Quality

Resilience

Bachelor's Degree in Accounts and Finance

Profesional degree in Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

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The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager is responsible for financial modeling related to industry and regional competitive intelligence, strategic planning, cash management, and treasury projects. This role oversees Group management and statutory reporting, including monthly and quarterly reports, budgets, and forecasts, along with in-depth analysis of key metrics to support senior management in delivering the Group's financial performance.

Job Responsibilities

1. Develop business planning processes, prepare reports, and analyze key financial metrics.
2. Deliver in-depth financial analysis and narratives for operational and strategic decision-making.
3. Analyze financial models for industry and regional intelligence, strategic planning, and cash management.
4. Design drivers-based plans and provide analytical support to leadership.
5. Ensure robust forecasting processes with stakeholder input.
6. Prepare budgets, forecasts, executive reports, and evaluate business opportunities aligned with strategic goals.
7. Collaborate with operational teams to meet business objectives and develop proposals.
8. Assist in modeling acquisitions and provide commercial guidance.
9. Develop models for strategic plans and transactions.
10. Work with department heads and HR to optimize results.
11. Provide insights into budgeting and strategic planning processes.
12. Engage closely with the CFO to facilitate business interactions.
13. Perform ad hoc analyses and oversee financial systems implementation.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts, monitor reconciliations.
2. Develop financial plans, conduct comparative analyses, and prepare annual budgets.
3. Coordinate with business units and managers to enhance financial support.
4. Report on income and expenses, compile financial data, and prepare final reports.
5. Develop consolidated forecasts in collaboration with sales and operations teams.
6. Evaluate financial results and conduct commercial analyses.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Deep knowledge of IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with executive teams.
• Proficiency with the latest accounting tools/software.
• Understanding of auditing, risk management, and control processes.
• Strong grasp of finance and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, audit quality, and industry specifics, especially in construction and the Middle East.
• ERP experience, preferably SAP.

Job Experience

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in supervisory roles, with GCC experience as a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounts and Finance.
• Professional qualification such as CA or CMA.