SETA Research Analyst (Secret - TS/SCI)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a SETA Research Analyst to support position contingent upon reward for a new long-term contract with the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)), specifically within the Office of Strategic Capital (OSC). This position will provide critical technical and analytical support to assess the viability and risk of government-backed funding to commercial technology firms across sectors such as BioTech, Energy & Minerals, and Space.

Location: The Pentagon and Crystal City, Virginia - Hybrid Remote

Trajected Start Date: August, 2025

Responsibilities for the SETA Research Analyst:

• Conduct research-driven analysis to assess the state-of-the-art and state-of-play of emerging technologies relevant to OSC investment decisions
• Evaluate technical risk, market viability, and adversary capabilities to inform loan decisions and mitigate risk to government returns
• Develop and deliver data-driven visualizations and briefings using tools such as R, Stata, MATLAB, Excel, or Python
• Support and advise senior DoD leadership on technology trends, investment strategies, and risk assessments
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to integrate findings into actionable recommendations
• Participate in technical working groups and contribute to the development of technology roadmaps and meta-analyses
• Maintain awareness of cutting-edge developments in relevant commercial and defense sectors

Qualifications for the SETA Research Analyst:

• Active SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI eligibility
• Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution
• 5+ years of experience in BioTech, Energy and Minerals, or Space industries
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize technical findings and communicate them effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Experience in project management within R&D or emerging commercial technology environments
• Proficiency in systems engineering principles and integration of complex systems across multiple domains
• Strong skills in statistical analysis and data visualization using tools such as R, Stata, MATLAB, Excel, or Python
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time

Compensation:

Salary Range: $145,000 – $180,000 (commensurate with experience and education)

Benefits: Cigna medical, dental, vision, 401(k), 20 days paid time off, 11 federal holidays, and sick leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 06/02/2025. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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