Program Analyst (Office & Program Operations)

COMPANY OVERVIEWAt Cynnovative, we leverage machine learning, computer science, and software engineering to address high-impact problems in the cyber domain, specifically those which are critical to U.S. national security. We primarily extend fundamental research to invent, design, develop, and deploy prototype solutions that support persistent problems in this domain.JOB OVERVIEWAs an Associate Program Analyst at Cynnovative, you will support the execution of our programs and the day-to-day operations of our Arlington office. You will work directly with our program managers and company leadership on project tracking, meeting preparation, documentation, and reporting, and you will help keep the internal machinery running: schedules, vendors, visitors, and the operating rhythms our teams rely on. This role is crucial to keeping our programs on track and our research and engineering teams focused on the mission.This is an associate-level role designed as a real first step toward project and program management in government contracting. The work spans both program operations and office coordination, with meaningful ownership on both sides. You will learn how government programs actually run, from deliverables and reporting cadence to stakeholder management and contract requirements, and you will take on larger program responsibilities as you demonstrate ownership.NOTE: This role requires U.S. Citizenship, ability to attain and maintain TS security clearance, and is located on-site at our headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.RESPONSIBILITIESMAY INCLUDESupport program and project executionSupport program managers and company leadership with project tracking, schedules, action items, and follow-upsPrepare meeting agendas and materials, capture notes, and track next steps through to completionSupport proposal, contract, compliance, and client-deliverable workflows as neededKeep our office and internal operations runningCoordinate office logistics, supplies, vendors, and visitorsSupport onboarding and internal processes for new team membersHandle general workplace coordination with professionalism and discretionOwn documentation, reporting, and coordinationMaintain program documentation, trackers, status reports, deliverable calendars, and internal filesCoordinate meetings across teams, executives, and clientsKeep information organized, current, and easy to findGrow toward project and program managementLearn the fundamentals of GovCon program execution, including deliverables, reporting cadence, stakeholder management, and contract requirementsIdentify ways to improve internal processes, templates, and operating rhythmsTake on increasing program ownership as your experience growsREQUIREMENTSMUST HAVE1 to 3 years of professional experience, ideally with a defense contractor, federal contractor, government consulting firm, PMO, or operations teamStrong organization and follow-throughExcellent written and verbal communication skillsComfort with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and TeamsAbility to manage details without losing sight of prioritiesProfessional presence and discretion with executives, clients, and visitorsInterest in growing into project management or program managementU.S. Citizenship and active TS security clearanceDESIRED SKILLSNICE TO HAVEExperience supporting federal, defense, or government-contracting programsFamiliarity with project tracking, meeting cadence, action-item management, status reporting, or deliverable managementExposure to tools such as SharePoint, Teams, MS Project, Jira, or ConfluenceUnderstanding of GovCon terms such as deliverables, task orders, CDRLs, subcontractors, invoices, or compliance (a plus, not required)