Req ID: RQ209092
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: Science and Research
Skills:
Comprehensive Research,Problem Solving,White Paper Writing
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Position Overview
ARMA Global/GDIT is seeking an experienced Senior Research Analyst to support mission-critical DoD operations in Tampa, FL. This role demands a versatile researcher and writer who can tackle complex problems across any topic, adapt rapidly to shifting customer priorities, and produce high-quality analytical products under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, can examine and test solutions to multifaceted challenges, and excels at briefing findings to diverse audiences.
Primary Responsibilities - Research & Analysis
Conduct comprehensive research on diverse topics - including technology, vendors, emerging threats, market dynamics, and strategic issues.
Examine complex problems, test potential solutions, and develop actionable analytical assessments.
Writing & Product Development
Produce high-quality analytical products - including white papers, briefings, slide decks, and detailed reports.
Translate technical or abstract concepts into clear, concise narratives for diverse audiences.
Customer Support & Adaptability
Rapidly adapt to shifting priorities and evolving customer needs.
Support the open-source research team by providing assessments on technologies, vendors, and events.
Brief findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
Collaboration & Delivery
Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-moving environment.
Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high analytical rigor.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Core Competencies
Research Excellence: Exceptional ability to research any topic quickly and thoroughly, synthesizing information from diverse sources into coherent analysis
Technical Writing: Outstanding writing skills with proven ability to produce clear, compelling briefings, white papers, and analytical reports
Adaptability & Flexibility: Comfortable with moving priorities, shifting projects, and rapidly changing customer needs-thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Briefing & Communication: Strong ability to present and brief findings to audiences at all levels; can explain complex topics clearly and confidently
Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with ability to examine complex problems, test solutions, and develop practical recommendations
Technical Knowledge
Commercial Data Ecosystem: Understanding of the commercial data landscape, data brokers, data flows, and information marketplaces
Emerging Technologies: Knowledge of AI, large language models (LLMs), machine learning, and other emerging tech trends
Open-Source Research: Familiarity with open-source research methods and tools to support assessments on technology, vendors, and events
Data Literacy: Comfortable working with data, conducting analysis, and interpreting findings
Analytical Capabilities
Ability to tackle unfamiliar topics and become knowledgeable quickly
Critical thinking and hypothesis testing
Strategic analysis with operational focus
Synthesis of complex, multi-source information
Pattern recognition and trend analysis
Comfortable working independently with minimal guidance
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
The Research Analyst Senior must have:
? Education: Bachelor's degree in any field (Intelligence Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, etc.) or equivalent experience
? Experience: 5+ years of experience in research, strategic analysis, consulting, intelligence analysis, or related analytical role
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
? Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
? Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
? Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
? Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
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The likely salary range for this position is $100,300 - $135,700. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
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