Operations Research Systems Analyst (ORSA)

Global Dimensions - Tampa, FL

Full-time

Tampa, FL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Operations Research Systems Analyst (ORSA) at Global Dimensions LLC plays a critical role in supporting USSOCOM by applying mathematical modeling and optimization methods to enhance decision-making, policy formulation, and strategic planning. This position involves conducting structured analysis and providing evidence-based recommendations to senior leaders, ensuring effective operational planning and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and optimization methods to assist management with decision making and policy formulation.
• Collect and analyze data to develop decision support software and products.
• Support Operational Planning Teams (OPTs) and Crisis Action Teams (CATs) as needed.
• Provide ORSA expertise in the development of USSOCOM strategic documents.
• Conduct ORSA projects using various methods and tools in support of joint planning and contingency operations.
• Execute high-visibility ORSA projects of major importance to national security.
• Apply operation research methods to identify and solve real-world problems for USSOCOM.
• Use statistical analysis and modeling to develop practical solutions.
• Perform analysis of program/project performance and design experiments.
• Develop analytical approaches for complex problems with limited guidelines.
• Design and advocate for new analytic capabilities and technical improvements.
• Communicate and prepare presentations for senior leaders.
• Analyze USSOCOM strategic documents alignment with national-level guidance.
• Research and analyze DOD policies and strategies related to USSOCOM missions.
• Develop assessment plans for USSOCOM campaign plans and posture plans.
• Provide analysis for strategic planning meetings and briefings.
• Conduct executive-level studies and assessments to synchronize command strategic documents.
• Maintain methodology for implementing DOD and USSOCOM advancing analytics.
• Prepare assessment products for Joint Planning Boards and senior leadership.
• Collaborate across USSOCOM on studies and research.

Requirements

• MA/MS in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Applied Statistics, Operations Research, or Systems Analysis; or military education equivalent to CGSC or higher.
• MS degree or higher in Operations Research with 10-15+ years of ORSA experience.
• Active TOP SECRET clearance, eligible for SCI.

Nice-to-haves

• 5+ years in Special Operations Forces (SOF) or related fields such as PSYOP, MILDEC, CWMD, CYBER, AT/FP, SNA, Special Programs, Interagency Experience, Intelligence, CCMD.