Pricing Analyst

Posted 9 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Sterling, VA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Hardware • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Lead development of compliant, competitive cost proposals for government contracts; build and document pricing models and BOEs; perform cost and subcontractor analyses; ensure FAR/DFARS compliance; support audit readiness and program financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting as needed.
Summary Generated by Built In

Job Title: Sr. Pricing Analyst
Location: REMOTE/DMV
Clearance: TS preferred
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Sr. Pricing Analyst to lead cost proposal development and pricing
activities in support of government contracting efforts. This role is primarily responsible for developing compliant,
competitive, and well-supported pricing for proposals.
In addition to core pricing responsibilities, this position may provide program control and financial analysis support, as
needed, to assist with program execution and financial visibility. The ideal candidate has strong pricing experience and is
comfortable stepping into program financial support when required.

Pricing & Proposal Development (Primary Focus)
  • Lead development of cost proposals in response to RFPs, RFQs, and task orders.
  • Ensure pricing compliance with FAR, DFARS, and solicitation requirements.
  • Build, maintain, and document pricing models, including direct labor, subcontractor costs, Other Direct Costs (ODCs), and indirect rates.
  • Develop and support Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation aligned with technical and management approaches.
  • Perform cost and price analyses, including subcontractor evaluations.
  • Collaborate with Business Development, Contracts, and Technical teams to develop competitive pricing strategies.
  • Support cost volume preparation and audit readiness, including responses to DCAA inquiries.
Program Control Support (As Needed)
  • Assist Program Managers with budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.
  • Support development of Estimates at Completion (EACs), burn rate analyses, and variance reporting.
  • Monitor program financial performance, including labor utilization and subcontractor spending.
  • Track funding, revenue, and costs to ensure alignment with contract requirements.
  • Contribute to monthly financial reporting and internal management reviews.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
  • 4–8+ years of experience in pricing, cost analysis, or related financial roles, preferably within government contracting.
  • Strong understanding of government proposal pricing processes and regulations, including FAR and DFARS.
  • Advanced Excel skills with expertise in financial modeling and data analysis.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple proposal deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Direct experience developing pricing for federal government proposals.
  • Familiarity with cost-type, Time-and-Materials (T&M), and Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract structures.
  • Exposure to program controls, financial reporting, and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts.
  • Experience with Unanet or similar project accounting and financial management tools.
  • Understanding of indirect rate structures, including fringe, overhead, and General & Administrative (G&A) expenses.
Key Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to develop accurate, defensible pricing solutions under tight deadlines.
  • Effective collaboration across cross-functional teams.
  • Clear communication of financial data, assumptions, and recommendations.
  • High level of accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.

Working with SIXGEN

SIXGEN is committed to solving our customers’ hardest problems with eagerness, effectiveness, and efficiency. We reject the status quo and constantly look for new ways to push the boundaries of our field. SIXGEN is a small company that works with the big picture in mind, taking on projects with real significance that grow our capacity to tackle even more fascinating development problems.  We’ve earned a reputation for efficiency, effectiveness, and impact since our founding.

SIXGEN recognizes that a company is nothing without well-cared for employees. We cultivate an encouraging and innovative workplace environment and give employees flexibility to work on their own terms. SIXGEN offers industry-leading benefits, including

  • Employer-funded health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Flexible leave policy (Need Vacation - Take It!)
  • Flexible hours and opportunities to work from home
  • 4% 401(k) contribution, vested immediately
  • Reimbursements for training events, gym memberships, cell phone and internet bills, and lunches with coworkers

Why You Matter

At SIXGEN, you’ll provide meaningful support to our federal customers. Your commitment to our customer’s missions, curiosity, and attention to detail will make you a valuable addition to the SIXGEN team.

SIXGEN is looking for a Software Engineer with a diverse set of skills and technical knowledge with the ability to respond and adapt to unique requirements. Our ideal candidate can develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems and ensure adherence to documented requirements. Additionally, the candidate must be able to work independently  as well as collaboratively as part of a team.This role involves reviewing and testing software components for adherence to the design requirements and documenting test results, resolving software problem reports, and contributing to system design by providing input on hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, COTS/GOTS integration, as well as requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual components. 

At SIXGEN, we embrace people of all backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer.

SIXGEN does not discriminate in employment, services, and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law


Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
  • 4-8+ years of experience in pricing, cost analysis, or related financial roles (preferably government contracting).
  • Strong understanding of government proposal pricing processes and regulations, including FAR and DFARS.
  • Advanced Excel skills with expertise in financial modeling and data analysis.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple proposal deadlines simultaneously.
  • Direct experience developing pricing for federal government proposals.
  • Familiarity with cost-type, Time-and-Materials (T&M), and Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract structures.
  • Exposure to program controls, financial reporting, and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts.
  • Experience with Unanet or similar project accounting and financial management tools.
  • Understanding of indirect rate structures, including fringe, overhead, and G&A.
  • Top Secret clearance preferred.
Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Annapolis, MD
59 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

At SIXGEN, we’ve cracked the code on meaningful and innovative ways to support the cyber mission. Our workforce provides incident response, operational and penetration testing, red teaming, tool development, cyber training development and continuous monitoring. Our on-site and remote assessments are used to identify vulnerabilities within the most critical networks. We lead cybersecurity innovation in product development by designing and evolving highly specialized hardware and software focused on Endpoint Detection and Response, Red Team, Data Science, and Threat Intelligence missions. We take pride in our work and the resulting enhanced cybersecurity posture for our customers around the globe.

Similar Jobs

MEDIKO INC Logo MEDIKO INC

Pricing Analyst

Healthtech • Professional Services • Telehealth
In-Office
23233, Henrico, VA, USA
270 Employees
In-Office or Remote
22 Locations
2309 Employees
78K-175K Annually

Capital One Logo Capital One

Sr. Analyst, Capital Markets & Analytics - Funds Transfer Pricing (Hybrid)

Fintech • Machine Learning • Payments • Software • Financial Services
Hybrid
McLean, VA, USA
55000 Employees
111K-127K Annually
In-Office or Remote
5 Locations
309 Employees

Similar Companies Hiring

Hanover Park Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Fintech • Software • Financial Services
New York, New York
42 Employees
Kepler  Thumbnail
Fintech • Software
New York, New York
6 Employees
Onshore Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Fintech • Software • Financial Services
New York, New York
60 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account