SMX is seeking a Budget Data Analyst to support our Federal client's Contingency and International Program and Military Personnel. The Analyst will join a cross-functional team that supports PPBE Reform Commission Report implementation. Responsibilities include data gathering and consolidation, cross-organization coordination, and strategic communications.
Responsibilities:
- Identify, collect, and consolidate data from various sources to support PPBE analysis. This includes, but is not limited to, financial data, programmatic data, and performance metrics.
- Analyze and interpret complex datasets to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement in the PPBE process.
- Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and other data visualization tools to track suspenses, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to PPBE reform.
- Create clear, concise, and compelling presentations, charts, and other visual aids for all levels of leadership to communicate the findings of data analysis and the progress of PPBE reform initiatives.
- Provide technical expertise and support to government staff on data analysis tools and techniques.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
- Secret-level security clearance
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience
- Willing to work onsite at the Pentagon daily
- Demonstrated motivation and initiative
- Must be proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite to track and manage tasks across a range of stakeholders
- Demonstrated proficiency with data visualization software such as Power BI or Tableu
- Must have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent writing skills and the ability to quickly deliver quality written products in constrained time periods
- Must have outstanding communication skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders across DoD
- Must have experience in managing customer expectations and working directly with customers
- Extensive experience in translating stakeholder requirements into executable solutions
- Proficient with Microsoft Power Apps
- Experience with and understanding of the PPBE process and current reform efforts
- Ability to multi-task across multiple projects
- DoW- or service staff-level experience
Application Deadline: 4/30/2026
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Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
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