Aptive seeks an experienced Analyst to join our team in support of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s One-FDA initiative. The Analyst will play a critical role in supporting program management, operational planning, information assurance, and quality assurance efforts. This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy problem-solving, have strong organizational skills, and are eager to contribute to impactful federal initiatives.

• Support project planning, coordination, and tracking of milestones and deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation such as work plans, reports, and meeting materials.
• Assist in monitoring progress, identifying risks, and providing recommendations to keep projects on track.
• Contribute to continuity of operations planning to ensure mission-critical functions remain effective during transitions or emergencies.
• Support risk assessments and help identify strategies to strengthen organizational resilience.
• Assist in implementing practices that protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information.
• Support security and compliance activities related to information systems, networks, and program operations.
• Contribute to monitoring activities and reporting to ensure adherence to federal standards.
• Apply best practices to ensure all deliverables are accurate, complete, and compliant with requirements.
• Support process reviews, audits, and quality checks across projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by recommending enhancements to workflows and documentation standards.

• 5+ years of relevant experience supporting projects, programs, or federal initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, information systems, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
• Must meet U.S. residency requirement (3 of last 5 years) and be eligible for Public Trust clearance.

• Familiarity with federal program management, information security, and/or continuity planning.
• Experience supporting health or science-focused government agencies.
• Knowledge of federal compliance frameworks or quality assurance practices.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise reports and presentations for leadership.

Aptive is a management consulting firm based in Alexandria, Virginia. With more than 500 employees across the U.S., we primarily support the federal government – more than a dozen agencies like Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Library of Commerce, Customs and Border Protection and the National Science Foundation. Our work focuses on applying creativity, technology and human-centered services to improve performance, bridge divides and elevate the lives of millions of people who count on government. services every day. 

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.