Research Analyst/Desk Officer

Themis Insight solves difficult business, IT, and analytic problems by addressing the whole problem – not just the symptoms – using interdisciplinary approaches that are both practical and innovative. We provide fresh alternatives to ordinary, mainstream consulting firms through small, highly skilled, and hand-picked teams that can meet clients' needs in any industry. Our broad interdisciplinary understanding allows us to provide the right solution, even if it is from outside the industry or traditionally defined problem space. We bring Public and Private, Civilian and Military expertise to every case.
We are hiring a Research Analyst/Desk Officer to work in McLean, VA.

Required: TS/SCI with a Polygraph

• Assist in closing key intelligence gaps on high-priority SD topics through robust research, project management, and advisement of process improvement
• Leverage a deep understanding of the operational and technical complexities to collaborate across the Directorates, mission centers, IC and with outside partners to identify targeted areas of interest and initiate new research parameters
• Help find solutions to complex problems, identifying new technical tools and capabilities to advance the Customer’s goals
• Provide objective reviews and serve as a link among stakeholders
• Analyze, package, and prepare executive summaries and talking points
• Occasional overseas travel (~once per year)

Individual Capabilities/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a STEM-related field
• 2+ years of experience as a Sponsor Desk Officer
• Ability to understand/translate technical research needs and requirements with staff SMEs
• Current knowledge of Customer-specific record management system with experience drafting Customer memorandums and other documents
• Ability to succeed in often ambiguous, fast-paced, environments with limited supervision and competing priorities
• Note: this position supports the Space Department, but the ideal candidate doesn’t have to have a space-related background

Themis Insight has all the PERKS!

You are our most valuable resource — your ambition, your knowledge, your creativity. We offer an industry-leading set of benefits to supplement your normal salary compensation. Themis Insight has you covered with flexible ways to balance work and home life, full health benefit premium coverage, and generous contributions toward your retirement.

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans with 100% paid premiums.
• 401k: We contribute 6% even if you don't!
• Time Off: 11 standard holidays, and 25 days of PTO
• Career Development: Get career counseling and individualized career development plans, including education and training.
• Employee referral bonuses for successful hires

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