Coho Consulting Group is seeking a HR Staffing Specialist to join our team of HR Specialists supporting the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), Human Resources Directorate, Personnel Services Division (PSD). PSD provides a wide range of consolidated human resources management program functions, specialized technical assistance, common technical services, database administration for various automation initiatives and centralized processing for various DoD agencies and offices located in the National Capital Region and for their respective field activities. 

The role provides WHS/HRD staffing services to include: staffing (e.g., participate in strategic recruitment discussions; create assessments and vacancy announcements, build case files, post job announcement, document qualification determinations, create certificate list, provide applicant notifications, offer positions, receive applicant documentation and review for accuracy, upload documents to USAS and other staffing tools, finalize the offer, assess hiring-related requests (e.g., recruitment bonus, student loan repayment, superior qualifications appointment, etc.) and waivers (e.g., 180-day waiver, reemployed annuitant, etc.) in accordance with Federal, DoD, and agency rules, laws, regulations, guidelines, and processes. Additional staffing services can include, which include lateral assignment, merit promotion, direct hire, delegated examining, Pathways, non-competitive appointments, to include Schedule A and all associated administrative tasks. In addition, the Contractor shall provide assistance and/or support with all recruitment and staffing procedures and processes.

Must be well versed in all applicable laws, regulations, policies, guidance, and case law and utilize existing HR systems such as DCPDS and USA Staffing (USAS) to perform many of the duties. This position is onsite at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Perform staffing specialist duties that support a 60-day Time-to-Hire (TTH) model.
• HR Staffing Specialist will be expected to maintain 25-30 active hiring actions in accordance with established time frames.
• Specialists are expected to routinely update the TTH customer dashboard to communicate status and progress with each assigned RPA.
• Review applicant submission packages for completeness and coordinate with the hiring manager, administrative officer, and/or HR point of contact to ensure all documentation has been received.
• Perform all steps necessary to complete the vacancy announcement in USAS, including but not limited to:
  • Apply job analysis to prepare the draft vacancy announcement(s).
  • Consult with the hiring manager to finalize vacancy announcement(s).
  • Create case file(s).
  • Develop candidate assessment criteria by extracting skills or questions based on the duties of the position.
  • Consult with the hiring manager to finalize candidate assessment criteria for each grade level advertised.
  • Document the approved job analysis, duties, and selected skills/questions in the case file prior to advertising the vacancy announcement.
  • Post the vacancy announcement and monitor the number of applicants to assess the need, in consultation with the hiring manager to extend the announcement.
  • Track all applicants to the position after the close of the announcement.
• Perform all steps necessary in reviewing applicants to eligibility and qualifications standards of the position, including but not limited to:
  • Review applicants against the area of consideration.
  • Review applicants against time-in-grade.
  • Review applicants based on the position’s education requirements.
  • Review applicants based on the position’s required licenses.
  • Review applicants against any selective placement factor (i.e., job-related KSAs essential for satisfactory performance on the job).
  • Verify applicants Veteran’s preference.
  • Review applicants against the position’s specialized experience.
  • Code each applicant based on review and final determination of qualifications.
  • Create certificate list and provide to the hiring manager.
• Respond to specific employment inquiries that require integration of understanding of classification and/or staffing concepts to outcome of hiring actions received from the public, applicants to job announcements, customer hiring managers and administrative officers.
• Provide support which will cover excepted (Title 5 and Title 10 and competitive service); GS-15 and below and equivalent positions (e.g., GG, AD, WG, etc.); professional and wage grade; multiple hiring authorities direct hire, non-Competitive, delegated examining, and merit promotion; up to 80 different occupational series.

Essential Job Requirements:

• Clearance:
• Secret Clearance Level

• Education:

• Bachelor or Associates degree in Human Resources Management or a degree in any of the following fields: Business Administration, Organizational Development, Human Resources Development, Organizational Psychology.
• PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SHRM-CP (SHRM Certified Professional) - preferred but not required.

• Experience:

• 2-5 years of experience, minimum of 2 years of experience in Federal Hiring/Staffing.
• Proven administrative skills and experienced with HR automated systems.
• Must have experience in DCPDS and USAS.
• Excellent customer service
• Excellent communication skills; written and oral

Position Summary:
Analytic Services, Inc. (ANSER) is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to assist the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role, you will manage day-to-day financial operations of the program and perform complex analytical and administrative duties to support execution, financial analysis, and reporting.

This position requires all job duties be performed full-time onsite at the Mark Center with no hybrid or remote work options.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Prepare/initiate budget execution documentation including Purchase Requests (PRs) and Military Inter-departmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs)
• Manage and monitor program budget execution and perform daily analysis of commitments, obligations, and expenditures
• Assist in the preparation of spend plans and expenditure plans
• Assist in the Dormant Account Quarterly Reviews (DARQ)
• Prepare financial information for briefings, presentations, and status reports
• Develop and maintain financial and budget spreadsheets for analysis and reporting across entire program
• Lead financial meetings to discuss execution data and status of funds
• Perform reconciliations of assigned funds and projects
• Apply concepts of budget, program principles, policies, procedures, standards, terminology, and knowledge of the financial management and business operation systems of the organization, and knowledge of the DoD Financial Management Regulation
• Support the full range of DOD’s complex Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (PPBE) System to justify/defend/protect/execute resources within the program’s financial portfolio
• Provide funding, forecasting, programming, budget information, comparison of budget plan to execution status, and funds reconciliation, using the required Financial Management tools and systems, and provide frequent status reports/graphs, including obligation/expenditures execution rates, for senior leadership review

Required Qualifications:

• Possess an active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration or similar field of study
• 17+ years of professional work experience.
• Experience with DoD financial system(s) and processes
• Experience initiating/processing Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs)
• Experience with unliquidated obligation (ULO) research
• Experience with Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) 2-year appropriation accounts\
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in using budget/resource analytic tools, techniques, and processes
• Experience in supporting audits
• Experience with G-Invoicing
• Familiarity with DoD Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submission and budget formulation processes
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial data
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Cyber Workforce Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role you will focus on on analyzing, developing, and integrating cyber workforce policies, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs into DoD strategic initiatives.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Conduct research and specialized analyses of cyber workforce policies, plans, and processes
• Support development, revision, and staffing of DoD Directives, Instructions, and other policy issuances
• Integrate cyber workforce policies, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs into strategic plans and initiatives
• Review, draft responses, and develop recommendations for the DoD CIO on legislative proposals related to Cyber Excepted Service, Cyber Workforce, and other key CIO initiatives
• Coordinate policy documents and recommendations with DoD Legislative Affairs, Military Services, and Component stakeholders
• Provide expertise to inform leadership decisions regarding workforce planning and policy implementation
• Support assessment and monitoring of workforce program effectiveness
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Facilitate policy updates and ensure compliance with DoD Directives and Instructions
• Contribute to the planning and analysis of workforce initiatives to enhance cyber capabilities

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Public Policy, Human Resources/Organizational Leadership, or related disciples.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cyber workforce policy, governance, strategy development, or integration of workforce programs within a government or defense organization
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Teams and SharePoint development and management

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Counternarcotics and Global Threats (ODASD (CN&SP)). The ODASD (CN&SP) advances the Department of Defense’s (DoD) mission to counter drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and threat finance networks.

In this key role you will oversee financial planning, programming, and execution for DoD counterdrug and counter-threat programs. You will directly contribute to resource allocation decisions across Combatant Commands, Military Departments, and Defense Agencies. The analyst ensures that funding strategies align with national security priorities and comply with federal and DoD financial regulations.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Analyze program and budget requirements across CD/CTOC/CTF portfolios
• Develop and review Program Objective Memoranda (POM) inputs
• Prepare budget justification materials and resource packages
• Evaluate budget execution data for accuracy and compliance
• Conduct cost analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Support reprogramming actions and funding adjustments
• Monitor monthly execution across DoD components
• Assist in program audits and financial reviews
• Develop briefings and recommendations for senior leadership
• Perform feasibility and efficiency studies for program investments
• Support workload modeling and resource prioritization
• Analyze long-term funding strategies and impacts
• Coordinate with stakeholders across DoD and interagency partners
• Utilize ERP systems and financial databases for analysis
• Provide real-time analysis and decision support in dynamic environments

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (SCI) Clearance
• Master’s degree preferably in finance, economics, business, public administration, or similarly related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in DoD or federal budget/financial management
• Expert knowledge of DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
• Demonstrated understanding of federal budgeting, appropriations, and authorizations
• Experience with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Treasury policies
• Proficiency with DoD financial ERP systems and manpower databases
• Previous experience presenting information related to cost estimation and financial analysis to senior leaders
• Ability to present complex financial data to senior leaders
• Experience supporting audits and compliance reviews

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate independently and advise senior leaders (SES/General Officer level)
• Experience translating complex technical topics into plain language
• Familiarity with DoD PPBE processes
• Excellent communication and briefing skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to adapt quickly in high-pressure, ambiguous environments

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Senior Cyber Workforce Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA. In this role you will provide subject matter expertise in cyber workforce policy, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs supporting DoD cyber workforce initiatives. In this role you will conduct research and policy analysis, develop recommendations for senior leadership, and help integrate cyber workforce programs into strategic plans and enterprise-level implementation efforts.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Conduct research and specialized analysis of DoD cyber workforce policies, plans, and governance processes.
• Support development, revision, and staffing of DoD Directives, Instructions, and other formal policy issuances.
• Assist with integrating cyber workforce policy, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs into strategic planning and implementation initiatives.
• Provide subject matter expertise to review legislative proposals and draft responses or recommendations for the DoD CIO related to the Cyber Excepted Service (CES), cyber workforce policy, and related initiatives.
• Coordinate policy documents, briefings, and recommendations with DoD Legislative Affairs, Military Services, and other DoD Component stakeholders.
• Analyze workforce policies and programs to identify opportunities for improvement in cyber workforce recruitment, development, and retention.
• Develop briefing materials, analytical reports, and policy recommendations for senior DoD leadership.
• Support cross-component coordination to ensure alignment between cyber workforce policies and broader DoD workforce strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility/adjudication
• Master’s degree in public policy, cybersecurity policy, national security studies, public administration, workforce development, or a related field
• 12 years of relevant professional experience, including experience supporting DoD or federal workforce policy development, cyber workforce strategy, or related governance initiatives
• Demonstrated experience analyzing workforce policies, drafting policy recommendations, and supporting development or revision of DoD directives, instructions, or similar policy documents
• Experience supporting or advising senior leadership on cyber workforce initiatives, talent management programs, or workforce modernization efforts
• Familiarity with the Cyber Excepted Service (CES), the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF), or related cyber workforce policy initiatives
• Experience coordinating policy or program initiatives across multiple stakeholders, including DoD Components, Military Services, and legislative affairs offices
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills with experience preparing executive-level briefings and report

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) or similarly senior DoD-level organizations
• Demonstrated experience supporting congressional or legislative engagement related to workforce or cyber policy
• Advanced Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills; strong Excel and Outlook proficiency
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to work independently and manage projects from concept through completion
• Highly motivated professional capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong collaboration skills with experience working across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups

Position Summary
ANSER is seeking a Senior Training Specialist Expert to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) in developing and delivering cyber workforce training. In this role, you will provide technical guidance, create learning materials, and administer programs designed to enhance knowledge and skills across the workforce, managers, and HR practitioners.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop and update training modules to provide cyber workforce upskilling and professional development opportunities.
• Create video training and other multimedia products to increase program awareness across the Workforce Innovation Directorate.
• Design and deploy training materials explaining cyber occupational structures, employment, placement, and compensation to HR practitioners.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to enhance training content and delivery methods.
• Administer knowledge and skills enhancement programs, such as rotational programs, to support workforce development.
• Coordinate with program stakeholders to ensure training aligns with organizational goals and cyber workforce initiatives.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements to materials and delivery approaches.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., cybersecurity, information systems, human capital management, or similar)
• 10 years of professional experience in workforce training, learning and development, or related roles supporting federal, military, or defense organizations. Experience must include:
• Designing and delivering technical or cyber-focused training programs
• Developing instructional materials and multimedia content
• Supporting workforce skill development initiatives for employees and managers

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience working at the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) level
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to manage competing priorities and workloads in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects from conception to completion
• Highly motivated professional with strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA. In this role you will provide technical and analytical expertise supporting cyber workforce statutory and policy reporting requirements. In this role you will analyze cyber workforce compensation trends, develop data-driven insights, and enhance analytic capabilities used for strategic workforce planning and oversight.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Analyze cyber workforce compensation trends across public and private sectors at occupational and work-role levels.
• Support development and sustainment of analytic capabilities used to track cyber personnel and workforce positions.
• Provide technical recommendations to enhance cyber compensation programs, including Market Supplement and related policy oversight.
• Assist in the design, evaluation, and improvement of cyber workforce compensation program initiatives.
• Support data acquisition, governance, privacy protection, and data model sustainment.
• Implement enhancements to data models based on emerging policy and programmatic requirements.
• Support the full lifecycle of data engineering activities related to manpower, personnel, and qualification data sources.
• Develop and maintain Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards to enable data-driven decision-making and leadership oversight.
• Scope and implement analytics dashboard enhancements incorporating persona-based user input.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, information systems, computer science, statistics, or a related field
• 10 years of relevant professional experience in data analytics, workforce analytics, or data engineering
• Experience supporting data analysis, reporting, and visualization initiatives
• Experience working with workforce, personnel, or organizational data sets
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy protection, and data management best practices
• Ability to translate complex analytical findings into clear recommendations for leadership
• Currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance from Alexandria, VA (55 miles). 

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) or similar senior-level DoD organizations
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools and dashboard development
• Advanced Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills; strong Excel and Outlook proficiency
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to work independently and manage projects from concept through completion

Position Overview: 

ANSER is seeking an associate level Action Officer / Business Operations Strategic Planner to provide Business Operations and Front Office Support within the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP) Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will provide Program Administration support, including GIES leadership with scheduling and execution of meetings, day-to-day business operations of the office, communication with program stakeholders, leadership correspondence, and Congressional task tracking.  

Day to Day Responsibilities: 

• Support GIES executive leadership in all assigned areas, including oversight of industrial base initiatives, task forces, interagency efforts, and operational activities.
• Provide executive administrative support to the GIES Principal Director, Chief of Staff, and Deputy Directors, including process and project administration, agenda and meeting management, scheduling, information management, logistics and travel coordination, and customer relationship management.
• Deliver centralized business operations and executive secretariat support, including:
• Managing correspondence control and coordinating/routing staffing packages for approval.
• Performing quality assurance on products prior to dissemination.
• Assisting government site/office managers with administrative and operational activities such as facilities and security management, visitor escorting, records management, personnel onboarding/offboarding, and communications.
• Conduct business process management analysis by evaluating current GIES processes for effectiveness, identifying bottlenecks and problem areas, and recommending mitigation and streamlining actions.
• Recommend and implement business process improvements, including:
• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) and operational guidance.
• Developing and delivering business process and procedures training.
• Establishing and maintaining mechanisms to track GIES taskers from initiation through closure.
• Support financial management activities, including budget development and management, preparation and presentation of financial reports, expense monitoring and control, identification of cost-saving opportunities, compliance with financial regulations, risk assessment and mitigation, and alignment of financial practices with organizational objectives.
• Analyze statutes and congressional actions for impacts on GIES and coordinate, consolidate, and draft responses to congressional letters, inquiries, and reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications: 

• Active TOP SECRET/SCI eligible clearance
• Bachelor’s degree 
• 2 + years’ relevant business operations and front office experience 
• Experience preparing and conducting business analyses and studies, needs assessments, requirements analysis/definition, and cost/benefit analyses to align business systems, solutions and initiatives.   
• Experience assisting with or preparing forecasts, analyzing trends, and reporting regulations and business conditions.   
• Experience assisting with the development and analysis of metrics, performance measurements, requirements, reports and recommendations related to management, organizational structure, policy/procedures and business systems.  
• Experience identifying potential business risks, such as business performance, business and economic case analysis, internal control, and enterprise risk assessment. 
• Understanding or experience of developing a working timeline, using industry best/proven practices to understand the problem and objective, collecting data, considering alternatives, and providing output or recommendations. 

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Strong interpersonal/social skills 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 
• Demonstrated experience operating within the Department of Defense (DoD), the Industrial Base Policy or a similar, strategic-level staff environment 
• Proven ability to brief, interact with, and provide counsel to senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers 
• Experience supporting on-site implementation of project plans and process improvement initiates ensuring objectives are met. 
• Professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) a Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or a recognized equivalent with a track record of driving successful process improvement initiatives. 

Position Summary
ANSER is seeking a Data Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) in providing technical guidance and analysis for cyber workforce statutory and policy reporting. In this role, you will leverage data analytics, business intelligence, and reporting expertise to support decision-making, improve compensation programs, and enhance workforce visibility and insights.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Conduct studies and analyses of cyber compensation trends in the private and public sectors at occupational and work role levels.
• Support analytic capabilities for tracking cyber personnel and positions across the workforce.
• Provide recommendations to improve existing compensation programs, including Market Supplement and Supplemental Policy Oversight and Management.
• Provide technical expertise in designing, enhancing, and evaluating the cyber compensation program.
• Support data acquisition, governance, privacy protection, and sustainment of workforce data models.
• Implement enhancements to data models to align with emerging policy and program requirements.
• Support the full lifecycle of data engineering activities, including manpower, personnel, and qualification data sources, improving accessibility and quality of DCWF data.
• Sustain and enhance Business Intelligence (BI) analytics dashboards to support data-driven decisions and oversight.
• Incorporate persona-based input and scoping into analytics dashboard development efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., data analytics, information systems, computer science, statistics, or similar)
• 5 years of professional experience in data analytics, workforce analysis, or related roles supporting federal, military, or defense organizations. Experience should include:
• Conducting workforce or compensation data analyses
• Supporting BI dashboards and reporting for policy or program oversight
• Working with structured data sources and data governance practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience working at the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) level
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to manage competing priorities and workloads in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects from conception to completion
• Highly motivated professional with strong organizational and problem-solving skills