Senior Cost EstimatorAnalyst

SIXGENs mission is to deliver agile mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats. We combine innovation deep expertise and cutting-edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities protect vital systems and ensure operational superiority in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Position: Senior Cost Estimator/Analyst
Location: Annapolis Junction MD
Clearance Requirement:TS/SCI with Polygraph

SIXGEN is actively seeking candidates to provide expert cost estimating and analytical support for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) acquisition programs. This role is responsible for developing defensible life cycle cost estimates performing quantitative analysis and delivering data-driven recommendations that support strategic decision-making across complex acquisition initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

Analyze business financial technical and programmatic data using quantitative statistical economic and engineering methods to support informed decision-making.
Collect organize normalize analyze and document cost technical financial and programmatic data for acquisition programs.
Develop life cycle cost estimates (LCCE) independent cost estimates (ICE) component cost analyses (CCA) and program office estimates (POE).
Perform analysis of alternatives business case analyses cost risk assessments schedule realism assessments and cost estimating relationship (CER) development.
Support project teams by providing cost estimating expertise and advising on methodologies models and estimating factors.
Prepare present and defend cost estimates analyses and technical briefings to Program Offices Program Executive Offices and other stakeholders.

Technology proficiency includes:

Masters degree in Engineering Operations Research Cost Estimating Mathematics Finance Economics Business Administration or related field with 18 semester hours in quantitative analysis or a qualifying bachelors degree with additional experience
Minimum of 10 years of DoD and/or Intelligence Community acquisition cost estimating and cost analysis experience
At least 7 years supporting C4I or major automated information systems acquisition programs
Experience developing and documenting Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCE) Independent Cost Estimates (ICE) Component Cost Analyses (CCA) and Program Office Estimates (POE)
Experience developing and analyzing Cost Analysis Requirements Descriptions (CARD) and/or Intelligence Capability Baseline Descriptions (ICBD)
Experience developing cost estimating relationships (CERs) cost factors and performing cost risk analysis and research
Strong quantitative analysis financial modeling statistical analysis and analytical problem-solving skills
International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA) certification desired

SIXGEN offers a competitive executive compensation package designed to reflect the outsized impact and enterprise value creation expected of this role. The final package will be determined based on experience qualifications and demonstrated ability to lead strategic growth.

Additionally SIXGEN offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:

Employer-paid health insurance premiums (medical dental vision) for you and your family
Employer-paid short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance
401K with a 4% employer contribution
Professional development reimbursement options available (training certification education etc.)
Flexible and remote work policies for most positions
Flexible PTO and holiday schedule

For more information please reach out to our Human Strategist Amy Maxwell at .

SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age marital status ancestry projected veteran status or any other protected group or class.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.