Business Analyst II (DOC)

Savvee Inc. is seeking an analytical Business Analyst II to support our federal client, DOC, onsite in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will bring experience evaluating complex proposals, synthesizing stakeholder input, and translating detailed technical and programmatic information into clear, actionable recommendations for executive decision-makers.

This individual will excel at managing multiple review efforts within established timelines, coordinating cross-functional review activities, and producing high-quality decision support documentation while ensuring accuracy, traceability, and alignment with program objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leading structured, substantive analysis of consortium proposals, including consortium structure, ownership and control information, full-stack technology package descriptions, and national interest statements, and assessing alignment with Program eligibility and review requirements.
• Applying the documented review methodology to assess proposals against minimum Program requirements and supporting compliance reviews and analytical documentation findings, deficiencies, and recommending next steps within timeframes that support the client’s completeness window.
• Converting unresolved questions and dependencies into an issue-based review plan (question, evidence needed, responsible reviewer, completion point) and distinguishing applicant assertions from corroborated information and cite supporting sources.
• For each material issue, connecting evidence to the applicable criterion or policy consideration, developing a supported finding, assessing risk or impact, documenting contrary evidence, assumptions, and limitations, and recommending the next action.
• Coordinating, consolidating, and synthesizing interagency stakeholder inputs and identifying areas of agreement and disagreement, unresolved issues, dependencies, and matters requiring Government decision while continuing to preserve traceability from each comment to its disposition.
• Drafting Substantive Review Summary Reports, decision memoranda, briefings, requests for clarification, and correspondence that communicate review status, findings, risks, alternatives, and recommended actions, within timeframes that support the client’s designation decision window.
• Identifying proposal-specific and cross-cutting deficiencies, risks, issues, and decision points and evaluating their potential Program impact and providing written findings, options, and recommendations for Government consideration.
• Identifying, assessing, and documenting potentially applicable export-control (EAR/ITAR) considerations and recommending Government review or referral; binding legal and regulatory determinations remain with authorized Government personnel.
• Managing clarifications, dependencies, follow-up actions, and interagency coordination for assigned proposals.
• Maintaining case management and tracking records and Government-designated proposal tracking and document management systems.
• Conducting peer review and supporting quality control across cases: verify consistent application of Program criteria, confirm source references and traceability, and ensure unresolved issues and Government decision points remain visible in final products.
• Developing, documenting, and recommending improvements to standard operating procedures, reviewing frameworks, checklists, decision-support tools, analytical frameworks, and tracking mechanisms to improve consistency, efficiency, transparency, and repeatability.
• Applying business process and system analysis, technical analysis, strategic planning, knowledge management, change management, and training support skills to help mature Program review operations and supporting Program-approved workflow automation where source information remains traceable.
• Guiding and mentoring Business Analyst I staff on assigned reviews.
• Contributing to bi-weekly status reports and monthly status and cost progress reports and attending Government meetings and complete follow-up actions by established deadlines.
• Performing additional duties as assigned in support of evolving contract requirements and client needs.
• Understanding the organizational policies and procedures for accuracy of solutions and deliverables to the client.
• Demonstrating a commitment to quality and customer support. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND TRAINING
• Bachelor’s degree MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
• Four or more years of professional experience in program analysis, policy analysis, business or technical analysis, project/program management, or comparable advisory services
• Demonstrated experience independently conducting program or policy analysis and preparing written findings, decision memoranda, options analyses, or recommendations for a senior or Government audience, reflected in positions held and work products produced
• Experience with program or policy analysis performed in a domain relevant to this order (trade, export controls)
• Excellent analytical writing skills
• Ability to produce concise, traceable, decision-ready products for senior Government readers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must be able to work full-time onsite at the client’s work location, located in Washington, D.C., and adhere to the client’s working hours
• Must have the ability to obtain the client’s Public Trust clearance DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Substantive work experience in one or more mission areas: U.S. export-control frameworks (EAR/ITAR), trade or technology policy, national security policy, corporate ownership/control or FOCI, supply chain or vendor risk, AI or emerging technology, or Federal application/proposal review
• Experience in a Federal licensing, review, adjudication, or designation program, including designing or operating a workflow or status-tracking system that gives leadership a current view of case status
• Published or formally issued policy analysis for a government, legislative, or policy-research organization
• Experience drafting decision memoranda, options papers, or briefing materials for senior Federal officials
• Experience with structured due diligence, research security, foreign ownership/control/influence (FOCI), or risk assessment reviews
• Experience with Smartsheet, SharePoint, or similar workflow, case-management, or dashboard platforms
• Prior experience supporting a Federal Government client
• CAPM, CBAP, Six Sigma, or similar certification
• Proven familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts and responsible use of AI-assisted tools
• Exceptional organization skills
• A highly motivated self-starter
• Must be motivated and have excellent customer service skills EOE Statement: Savvee Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. EEOC- Eligibility to Work: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.