Senior Knowledge Analyst- Security and Defense
WHAT YOU'LL DO
We are seeking outstanding candidates with experience in topics key to our fast-growing Defense & Security sector and larger Public Sector Practice Area. As a Senior Knowledge Analyst (SKA) on the Knowledge Team's Client Focus (CF) Track you will primarily focus on supporting our consulting teams through in-depth client engagement with U.S. Federal Government clients, providing expertise and insights on Defense & Security-related topics including Artificial Intelligence, Digital Innovation, Cybersecurity, Acquisition/Procurement, Sustainment/Readiness, Space, and Organizational Transformation.
You will work in a growing global team, delivering value to clients via individual expertise and/or institutionalized knowledge assets (products, tools, data, workshops, frameworks, surveys, domain-specific data, and related expertise, etc.). You will support client cases and proposals by contributing relevant analysis and insights and help case teams create strong impact for the client. While contributing to client cases, workshops, and proposals, occasional travel to serve clients onsite during staffing assignments is expected to build understanding of client requirements and design / develop solutions.
You will dedicate approximately 60% of your time to directly supporting client work, with your remaining time spent making us the thought leaders in the industry by contributing research, analysis, and insights to intellectual property in conjunction with our Defense & Security business leaders.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
Working collaboratively and effectively in a group dynamic that is often virtual, and proficient in agile ways of working; you are also a self-starter and work effectively in a large, global organization with remote team members.
Taking ownership of tasks and projects, proactively driving them to a successful outcome.
Writing clearly and concisely, with a demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas to a broad range of audiences.
Using your expertise and experience to problem solve, including through formulating relevant research and/or analytical approaches for client cases and internal projects.
Aptly handling ambiguity and thriving in a fast-moving and changing environment.
Soliciting feedback and seeking continuous improvement in knowledge, expertise, and performance
Working across a diverse range of defense and security-related topics and are eager to partner with others on researching and developing thought leadership and insightful IP.
Communicating with senior stakeholders, in a credible and confident way, both written and in-person; you are at ease presenting to senior officials and leaders in government.
Bringing a curious and creative mindset; you are flexible, open to new things, and able to propose innovative ideas.
YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)
- 3-6 years of relevant consulting or U.S. Federal government experience in the defense and security field; candidates with consulting experience strongly preferred. Relevant experience includes roles within U.S. government agencies working on a variety of topics, including but not limited to: artificial intelligence, space, acquisition/procurement/operations, organizational transformation, cybersecurity, sustainment/readiness, technology/innovation; or as a consultant or advisor to the U.S. Federal Government advising on the aforementioned topics.
- In lieu of consulting experience, 3-6 years minimum industry experience required; 3-6+ years of industry experience strongly preferred.
- Bachelors' degree in related fields of study (e.g. Economics, Finance, Accounting, Public Policy, International Affairs, History, Journalism, Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, Cyber, National Security Studies), with demonstrated high academic achievement (advanced degree preferred).
- Fluency in English.
- A strong understanding of defense and security institutions within the U.S. Federal Government.
- Strong business acumen and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, (e.g. experience briefing senior leaders, publications of thought-leadership in the area, etc.).
- US citizenship required and ability to obtain a security clearance (active clearance preferred but not required)
YOU'LL WORK WITH
Our knowledge and research specialists collaborate with global colleagues across BCG to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our clients. Our team is made up of a diverse pool of knowledge and research positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative research careers.
CITY
Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Washington, D.C.
YOUR EMPLOYEE TYPE IS
Regular
YOUR JOB TYPE IS
Full time
WHO WE ARE
Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we work closely with clients to embrace a transformational approach aimed at benefiting all stakeholders-empowering organizations to grow, build sustainable competitive advantage, and drive positive societal impact.
Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives that question the status quo and spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting, technology and design, and corporate and digital ventures. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, fueled by the goal of helping our clients thrive and enabling them to make the world a better place.
Knowledge@BCG consists of the Knowledge Team (KT), Data & Research Services (DRS) and Knowledge & Collaboration Solution (KCS). KT is a group of experts within respective fields or areas providing industry, functional and geographic expertise to consulting teams. KT members are aligned to Practice Areas, sometimes serving as members of case or project teams. KT offers insight into a topic or function derived from BCG's knowledge base and case/project experience. The members of our DRS team work alongside consulting team colleagues to bring advanced research capabilities to support projects and clients. KCS team is a cross-functional team equipping BCGers with internal and external knowledge resources and digital collaboration tools, enabling them to work smarter and with increased productivity
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
