Resource Analyst
Job details at a glance
| Agency | Central Intelligence Agency |
|---|---|
| Department | Other Agencies and Independent Organizations |
| Location | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Salary | $82,396–$121,785 per year |
| Grade | GS 9–13 |
| Schedule | Full-time |
| Occupation series | Budget Analysis (0560) |
| Openings | Many |
| Hiring paths | Competitive service, Excepted service, Open to the public |
| Posted | Sep 1, 2026 |
| Application deadline | Jan 31, 2027 |
| Telework eligible | No |
| Remote job | No |
| Security clearance | Sensitive Compartmented Information |
| Relocation expenses reimbursed | Yes |
| Promotion potential | 15 |
About this job
Resource Analysts strategically plan, develop, analyze, and prioritize internal program budgets in support of CIA and Intelligence Community mission objectives.
Duties
Resource Analysts tee up internal business decisions, develop and implement program analysis methodologies to better evaluate mission impact, formulate and justify CIA's budget requests, assess key expenditure areas to identify efficiencies and adjust priorities, oversee operating year spending, and drive year-round strategic resource planning to inform decision making and convey mission impact. CIA expects its officers to operate as a team and leverage expertise to accomplish mission. Therefore, Resource Analysts work closely not only within their assigned component but also with stakeholders and decision makers across CIA, the Intelligence Community, the White House, and Congress. You will be introduced to the CIA through embedded assignments with mission managers to help you acclimate to the resource analyst profession, leveraging any professional expertise you developed prior to starting your CIA career. Together with the specialized training intended to build your CIA resource analysis trade craft, these assignments will help forge a strong understanding of the mission impacts underpinning CIA's tactical budget formulation and its more strategic, out-year resource planning. Successively more complex assignments in a variety of mission areas will build your acumen as a well-rounded intelligence officer and resource management professional.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Prior experience as a public sector budget, program, or resource analyst Strong critical thinking and analytic skills Excellent writing and presentation skills Ability to explain complex technical program issues to non-technical customers, often on short notice Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Strong initiative Attention to detail Comfortable working both independently and on teams Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
Education
Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields or related studies: Business management Finance Mathematics Economics Public Policy/Public Administration Marketing Business Information Systems/Management Information Systems Or, any major that requires students to develop and apply critical thinking, analysis, and writing skills At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale preferred, but exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances
Evaluations
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How to apply
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Frequently asked questions
How much does this Resource Analyst job pay?
The announcement lists a salary of $82,396–$121,785 per year (GS 9–13).
When is the last day to apply?
Applications close on Jan 31, 2027 — 81 days from today.
Where is this job located?
This position is located in Washington, District of Columbia with the Central Intelligence Agency.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.
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