
PPSM Analyst Leidos
- $87,100–$157,450 Per Year
| Location | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Company Size | 2,000 to 2,499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1996 |
| Website | https://www.chickasaw.com/careers |
SUMMARY
The Organizational Change Management Analyst III facilitates change within an organization by effectively aligning people, processes, and technology to achieve strategic goals. Ensures that organizational transformations are carried out smoothly and efficiently. Operates independently and grows knowledge in their field.
In this role, the Analyst supports a federal client organization at the senior headquarters level, partnering with the Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead and cross-functional stakeholders — including GS-15, Senior Executive Service (SES), and General/Flag Officer-level leadership — to translate change initiatives into stakeholder engagement plans, governance documentation, and executive-ready communication products.
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.
As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Active Secret security clearance and U.S. Citizenship required.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Change Strategy & Stakeholder Engagement
Leads the development and implementation of change management strategies for complex projects.
Partners with cross-functional teams to integrate change management activities into project plans.
Conducts thorough impact and readiness assessments across multiple business units.
Designs and implements comprehensive training programs tailored to stakeholder needs.
Develops and manages stakeholder engagement plans to ensure alignment and support.
Measures change adoption, identifies gaps, and recommends corrective actions.
Coordinates stakeholder identification, audience-awareness research, and sentiment analysis to inform targeted communications and engagement plans across the enterprise.
Prepares materials and briefings that build stakeholder buy-in and translates policy and organizational changes into clear, audience-appropriate messaging for executive- and senior-leadership discussions.
Monitors and evaluates stakeholder feedback, recommending adjustments to organizational products and messaging.
Program & Process Standardization
Applies maturity model frameworks to standardize and tailor organizational change and program management processes.
Develops and maintains organizational charters, execution plans, and long-range enterprise planning documents that define roles, responsibilities, and governance structures, facilitating leadership discussions on organizational design for change initiatives.
Manages and organizes program and functional information on collaboration platforms, such as SharePoint, ensuring content accuracy, accessibility, and version control across the enterprise.
Tracks deliverable schedules, action items, and task status using trackers or dashboards, proactively identifying schedule risks and recommending timeline adjustments to maintain program milestones.
Directs execution of stakeholder transition plans for business units or customer organizations onboarding into the enterprise, including coordination and preparation of transition documentation.
Communications & Publications
Independently produces polished, executive-ready written materials — including articles, talking points, white papers, ad hoc reports, executive publications, and informational materials — for internal and external audiences, managing the drafting, review, and approval lifecycle in coordination with designated government approval authorities.
Builds and maintains communication plans and standardized messaging products for enterprise and campaign-specific initiatives.
Establishes best practices and platform guidance for recurring communications supporting leadership forums and stakeholder communities.
Provides coordination and material-preparation support for recurring leadership reviews and governance forums.
Serves as liaison to communications counterparts across the organization on cross-functional efforts.
Collaborates with graphics and visual communications resources to translate change content into finished stakeholder-facing products, ensuring visuals accurately reflect approved messaging.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of four to seven (4-7) years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and collaboration platforms such as SharePoint is required to support daily task execution.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are preferred, with writing samples demonstrating clear, organized business writing (e.g., memos, information papers, status reports).
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with senior stakeholders — including GS-15, Senior Executive Service (SES), and General/Flag Officer-level leadership.
Experience supporting governance documentation, process mapping, or maturity-model frameworks for federal or DoD organizations.
Prior experience supporting federal organizations at the headquarters or enterprise level.
Familiarity with federal budget planning and execution cycles is preferred.
Change management certification (e.g., Prosci/ADKAR, CCMP) or equivalent formal training in organizational change methodologies is preferred.
Exposure to project management methodologies or coursework (e.g., CAPM, introductory PMP coursework) is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform successfully the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
The estimated pay range for this role is $81,800 to $128,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.
CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
Legal-Aid Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
Training and Development Opportunities
Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).
EOE including Disability/Vet
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is a federally chartered corporation wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation. Headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, CNI serves as a holding company with over a dozen subsidiaries that operate as Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) engaged in multiple lines of business. We are proud to support the economic development of the Chickasaw Nation and to contribute to the tribal mission of enhancing the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens through a multitude of programs and services such as education, health care, nutrition services, housing programs, legal services, elder and child care and community support programs. Successful economic development is an integral part of the Chickasaw Nation’s operations. As the tribe continues to expand the number of economic opportunities, it is providing a positive impact for both Oklahoma and Chickasaw citizens.
CNI offers the prospect of working for a family of companies that blends the traditional values of integrity, honesty and hard work with potential career experiences in some of the most technically-advanced career settings available.
Providing work opportunities with desirable federal customers like the DOD, DOE, DOT, DOJ, and DHS motivates many of our employees and contributes to our outstanding employee retention rates. With several large, diverse contracts on-going, CNI provides opportunities in many areas of expertise. CNI prides itself on providing innovative solutions that lead the way in setting new industry standards.
CNI employs the best and brightest. We have worked hard to build an environment that provides employees with excellent benefits, career advancement and performance recognition programs. With locations across the United States, CNI offers the opportunity to match your area of expertise with the place that best suits your needs and interests. See what CNI has to offer you. You will be glad you did!
Equal Employment Opportunities Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protects status.

