Job Title: Senior Cost Analyst

THE COMPANY:
MCR is the trusted leader in integrated program management solutions. Since 1977, we have provided objectivity, smart thinking and the highest levels of support to help our clients get the job done, and done right. Our vast experience and knowledgeable people are our greatest assets. Their subject matter expertise, commitment to excellence and the high quality of their work, combined with our full suite of services, allows our clients to accomplish their missions and support national priorities. Our corporate values are based on integrity, excellence, honesty, service and trust. It is through these values that we form long-term client partnerships, build expertise, and attract and retain talented employees. For more information about MCR, LLC career opportunities, please visit www.mcri.com .

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Lead a team that conducts a variety of comprehensive cost estimation and cost analyses in support of the DHS Cost Analysis Division (CAD) and several DHS components. Tasks will include providing oversight of as well as executing at a senior level program cost research, program cost risk analysis, and cost estimations across multiple major DHS acquisition programs.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in quantitative discipline.
7-14 years of experience in Program Management/Cost Estimation and Analysis.
Exposure with Agile Cost Estimation.
Experience conducting cost research.
Demonstrated mastery of applying broad mathematical, statistical, econometric and other
scientific methods and techniques to formulate, test, and evaluate new cost estimating and
analysis theories.
Demonstrated experience in creating and maintaining databases and working with
spreadsheets and complex models.
Demonstrated knowledge of IT hardware and software used throughout the government
for cost and economic analysis. This includes knowledge of applicable high level
languages, programming, and systems knowledge of major software elements and
fundamental data management methods used throughout DHS. Knowledge of DHS
hardware, systems, and software will be more favorably evaluated.
Demonstrated knowledge of the business and financial impacts of alternative
procurement approaches.
Demonstrated knowledge of business, industrial practices, market trends and conditions,
and relationships among development, testing, product, and marketing costs in order to
determine their effects on complex multi-year programs involving business
environments.
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic work environment and ability to coordinate
and perform multiple assignments.
Demonstrated analytical, creative, and effective problem solving skills.
Possess excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
Demonstrated capability to work independently to resolve complex issues.
Ability to conduct risk analysis mandatory.
Experience estimating major acquisition programs mandatory.
Possess a Government or industry standard cost certification. Examples include: CCEA
certification from the ICEAA, Professional Level Certifications (e.g. CCP, CEP) from
AACE International, and/or DAWIA or DHS Cost Estimating certifications.
US Citizenship is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain and retain the DHS Suitability Clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
DoD/DHS/IC experience desired.
Experience managing teams of analysts.
International Funtion Point Users Group (IFPUG) Certification.
Contract/team management.
Interfacing with/presenting to senior government officials.
Experience developing/delivering Just in Time training.
Master's Degree in quantitative discipline is desired.
It is desirable that the candidate have experience with the following software tools/applications/methodologies - B usiness intelligence tools, Parametric models, Deliver JIT training, ACEIT, COCOMO II, SEER, TruePlanning.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MCR, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, nationa l origin , disability , protecte d vetera n status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.