Company Overview:
ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.
Position Summary
ANSER is seeking a Performance Metrics 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 support ODASD (CN&SP) by developing and implementing performance measurement frameworks for DoD counterdrug and counter-threat programs. You will ensure leadership has access to actionable insights to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic decisions. You will integrate data-driven methodologies to align performance outcomes with national security objectives.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Design and implement performance measurement frameworks and indicators
Analyze quantitative and qualitative data across program portfolios
Develop dashboards, reports, and performance summaries
Assess alignment of initiatives with DoD strategic objectives
Evaluate effectiveness of CD/CTOC/CTF programs
Provide recommendations to improve program performance
Analyze impact of new policies on program outcomes
Support development of performance plans and evaluation criteria
Advise leadership on performance management strategies
Conduct return on investment (ROI) analyses
Prepare executive-level briefings and reports
Collaborate with stakeholders across DoD and interagency partners
Participate in strategic planning and assessment activities
Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Required Qualifications
Active Top Secret (SCI) Clearance
Master's degree preferably data analytics, public policy, statistics, economics, or related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in performance analysis or program evaluation
Experience and knowledge of performance measurement frameworks and methodologies
Prior experience supporting DoD or federal performance management initiatives
Experience analyzing and interpreting complex datasets
Experience developing KPIs, metrics, and evaluation criteria
Knowledge of national security strategies and program alignments
Experience communicating program performance and metrics findings to senior leadership
Experience conducting ROI and effectiveness assessments
Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail Recruiting@anser.org
ANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
