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 Intelligence Programs Group (IPG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, is a specialized provider of systems engineering and trusted advisory services to the Space and National Intelligence community.  We utilize mission-proven, data-driven advisory tools and capabilities.  We provide highly technical support to ensure the government acquires cutting edge technology necessary for our National Defense.  Our portfolio includes the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  Come where you will be part of our high-caliber team!

SPA has a near-term need for a Senior Portfolio Manager.

The successful candidates will work as members of the Caledonia Program PfM Support team and perform the activities required for developing and implementing customer approved plans, schedules, measures and metrics for all identified functional area processes that will be reported at quarterly Program Management Reviews (PMR). PfM is the process of creating and maintaining a well-diversified collection of investments that align with each organization financial and risk tolerance goals within the directorate.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:  Provide plans, schedules and metrics and measures for PMRs, and award fee determinations, as requested by the customer.  Provide support establishing, integrating, and managing PfM processes in line with the Office, Group, Directorate and/or Chief Information Officer (CIO) governance and governance fora.  Integrate PfM investment reviews with higher order federal budget processes, deliverables, or initiatives, to address formal and ad-hoc data requirements from the customer.  Support, through reports, data analysis, or as needed by the customer, compliance and oversight requirements for technology, resources, or other portfolio requirements. Conduct RFP development, cost estimation, execution, and coordination activities.  Implement and execute customer directed process improvements.

Required Qualifications: 

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly or willing to take a Poly 
• Please discuss specific polygraph requirements with an SPA Talent Acquisition professional
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 8+ years of demonstrated experience supporting enterprise architecture development activities such as the tasks above 
• NRO or IC mission experience 
• Ability to excel as a member of a collaborative team through open communication, transparency, and flexibility 
• Ability to relate professionally with senior Government customers and colleagues 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to report to designated work location in Chantilly VA, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

Desired Qualifications: 

• BS or MS in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics 
• Certifications related to functional responsibilities such as but not limited to Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) 
• Familiarity with JIRA
• Familiarity with Confluence
• Knowledge and understanding of Intelligence Community IT Enterprise (IC ITE) service offerings, architectures, and service adoption
• Portfolio Management Training