Principal Program Analyst

Principal Program Analyst

Join a team that's shaping the future of IT support. At BAE Systems, we're passionate about delivering innovative IT solutions that enable our customers to achieve their missions. As a Principal Program Analyst, you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional financial and operational coordination support to the customer. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. If you're a motivated and skilled program analyst looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

As a Principal Program Analyst, you'll manage or support financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for program elements, including trip management and task order deliverables. You'll coordinate cross-task activities with logistics, procurement, and knowledge management teams to facilitate integrated reporting, resource allocation, and documentation for enterprise IT projects. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include analyzing financial data trends, generating dashboards, and providing recommendations for cost savings and process improvements.

By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on the customer's operations. You'll be expected to ensure adherence to federal regulations and internal controls, documenting activities to support contract audits and knowledge repository updates. If you're a motivated and skilled program analyst looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Location Requirement : The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Vicksburg, MS.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

6+ years of experience in program analysis, financial forecasting, and reporting within government contracting or large enterprise environments

Hands-on experience with financial tools (e.g., advanced Excel, ERP systems) and reporting for travel / trip management or task orders in IT services contexts

Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)

Strong understanding of federal financial regulations (e.g., FAR, DCAA compliance) and ITIL practices for service value management

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a global, high-stakes setting

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Experience supporting DoD or large federal IT service contracts, including CONUS / OCONUS logistics and FinOps for cloud / IT resource optimization

ITIL 4 Foundation certification, with focus on service financial management

Background in travel management systems (e.g., Concur) or task order administration in multi-agency environments

Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., Certified Government Financial Manager - CGFM)

Pay Information : Full-Time Salary Range : $94728 - $161038

Employee Benefits : At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered : health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and / or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security : BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we dofrom intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.