Highlights
Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts to conduct research and analysis in support of projects within a given subject of expertise. Advise management on planning, pursuit and success related to projects associated with proven areas of expertise.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Arlington, VA |
| Industry | Other/Not Classified |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1940 |
| Website | https://www.cna.org/ |
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES
Works independently to lead and manage the largest and/or most complex and significant projects that address a subject of expertise.
Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts to conduct research and analysis in support of projects within a given subject of expertise. Has a strong knowledge of other related fields and/or has developed a deep expertise within discipline.
Lead the preparation of project reports and briefings.
Provide expert level knowledge and expertise related to project development.
Identify and pursue business development opportunities related to a subject of expertise.
Develop and maintain professional contacts with decision makers and contract administrators at targeted agencies.
Lead the development of proposals and marketing efforts in areas of expertise.
Advise management on planning, pursuit and success related to projects associated with proven areas of expertise.
Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree in related field required. Advanced degree preferred.
Experience: Minimum 12+ years' experience in a related field of expertise.
Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of best thinkers and policy practitioners in related fields. Good project management and computer skills.
Other: A Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required
About Company
CNA's approach to research is a modern iteration of the Newtonian principle that complex, dynamic processes are best understood through direct observation of events and people.
That was the methodology CNA analysts first applied in the 1940s when they pioneered the field of operations research by helping the Navy address the German U-boat threat. Not content to study the problem from afar, this small group of MIT scientists insisted on deploying with Navy forces in order to observe operations and collect the data needed for meaningful analyses. Their groundbreaking work, and the anti-submarine warfare equations it produced, set a standard for operations research methods that CNA has maintained for 75 years.
Today, with more than 500 professionals at our headquarters and 50 researchers in the field, CNA still takes a multi-disciplinary, real-world approach to our work. On-site analysts carefully observe all aspects of a process—people, decisions, actions, consequences—and then collaborate with a headquarters-based research team to assess data and arrive at findings.
CNA's objective, empirical research and analysis helps decision makers develop sound policies, make better-informed decisions, and manage programs more effectively. Our work, which in its early decades focused solely on defense-related matters, has grown to include investigation and analysis of a broad range of national security, defense, and public interest issues including education, homeland security and air traffic management. Through our Center for Naval Analyses and Institute for Public Research, we provide public-sector organizations with the tools they need to tackle the complex challenges of making government more efficient and keeping our country safe and strong.