Nakupuna Companies · 4 hours ago
Business and Economic Analyst
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expNakupuna Companies is seeking a Business and Economic Analyst to support the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development, and Acquisition at the Pentagon. The role involves conducting comprehensive due diligence, analyzing telecommunications applications for national security risks, and managing case workflows for Department of the Navy program offices.
Environmental ConsultingInformation TechnologyManagement Consulting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conducts in-depth due diligence on foreign entities involved in statutorily mandated transactions. This includes analyzing complex corporate structures, foreign ownership, investment details, and investigating adverse media and public records
For each new case, authors the 'Program Impact Assessment,' which identifies affected DON programs and articulates the initial theory of harm, incorporating trend data from the Economist to provide broader context
Authors the 'Preliminary Risk Assessment' for relevant Program Offices, outlining the transaction, identified risks, and a set of draft mitigation questions
Presents findings, verbally and in writing, to senior audiences and the interagency
Serves as the team's subject matter expert on the DoW Team Telecom review process for applications submitted to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Analyzes applications for the transfer, assignment, or control of FCC licenses to assess potential threats to national security, law enforcement infrastructure, and public safety
Specializes in identifying vulnerabilities in telecommunications networks, supply chains, and data security protocols that could be exploited by foreign adversaries
Prepares detailed written risk analyses, threat assessments, and proposes specific mitigation strategies (e.g., security agreements) for inter-agency review by The Committee
Serves as the primary interface for DON Program Offices. Coordinates meetings with program managers and engineers who have equity in a transaction to understand their specific technologies, vulnerabilities, and concerns
Manages the end-to-end case workflow, ensuring all procedural steps are met, documented, and that all routine inquiries from program offices receive a timely response
Specializes in identifying and assessing national security risks in transactions that are not subject to formal CFIUS review, providing a critical capability to address regulatory gaps
Facilitates the development and implementation of custom mitigation strategies for these non-traditional risks, ensuring DON equities are protected even without a formal inter-agency mandate
Qualification
Required
Outstanding skills in quantitative analysis and statistical techniques
Self-motivated and self-monitoring, exceptional oral and written communications, and ability to multi-task
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Experience editing technical documents to ensure proper format, grammar, and style
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Bachelor's degree
3-7 years of experience in working with the DoD or DON programs within specified technical or operational areas to include FIR, CFIUS support, outbound investment, and non-notify reviews
Backgrounds across finance, business analytics, policy analysis, or intelligence analysis with demonstrated ability to speak and write at an executive level
Experience working in an Echelon 1 organization and working with SES/FO/GO is highly recommended
Active Top Secret-SCI eligible
Must be a U.S. citizen
Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers
Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer
Company
Nakupuna Companies
Nakupuna Companies provides management consulting services specializing in IT, facilities support, and environmental services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason Greenawalt
Chief Executive Officer
Steven Wright
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-08-13
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