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Program Analyst

Petersburg, VA ยท On-site

$75K - $105K/yr

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

Program Analyst

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

Program Analyst

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

Program Analyst

Petersburg, VA ยท On-site

$75K - $105K/yr

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.

Radiologist

Providence, RI

$323K - $404K/yr

Independent Civilian Contractor position * This is not a virtual opportunity * Freedom from malpractice worries * Great opportunity to work with our Nation's Veterans * Beautiful Location, beach ...

Radiologist

Providence, RI ยท On-site

$323K - $404K/yr

Independent Civilian Contractor position * This is not a virtual opportunity * Freedom from malpractice worries * Great opportunity to work with our Nation's Veterans * Beautiful Location, beach ...

Radiologist

Providence, RI ยท On-site

$323K - $404K/yr

Independent Civilian Contractor position * This is not a virtual opportunity * Freedom from malpractice worries * Great opportunity to work with our Nation's Veterans * Beautiful Location, beach ...

Radiologist

Providence, RI ยท On-site

$323K - $404K/yr

Independent Civilian Contractor position * This is not a virtual opportunity * Freedom from malpractice worries * Great opportunity to work with our Nation's Veterans * Beautiful Location, beach ...

$60/hr

Federal civilian contractor role - direct support to military families * Competitive pay with full-time and PRN options * All U.S. state RN licenses accepted (must be unrestricted) * Orientation ...

$60/hr

Highlights of this Opportunity Federal civilian contractor role - direct support to military families Competitive pay with full-time and PRN options All U.S. state RN licenses accepted (must be ...

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How much do civilian contractor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for civilian contractor in the United States is $70,767.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a civilian contractor?

A civilian contractor is someone who works overseas under contract for the government or military. In this field, you can also work for non-governmental organizations, private military contractors, and other foreign contracting services. Civilian contractors provide numerous support services to the government. You may also have infrastructure and development duties. As a civilian contractor, you must have experience in your specific field before considering work as a contractor. You often work in conflict zones or in underdeveloped regions of the world that need basic services and support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a civilian contractor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Civilian Contractor, you generally need relevant industry experience, a strong understanding of contract management, and often a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with project management software, federal acquisition systems, and certifications like PMP or security clearances are typically required. Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills help you manage client relationships and adapt to changing project demands. These skills and qualifications ensure successful project delivery, compliance with regulations, and effective collaboration in diverse environments.

What are some common challenges faced by civilian contractors working on government projects?

Civilian contractors on government projects often navigate unique challenges, such as adapting to strict security protocols, managing complex compliance requirements, and coordinating with both military and civilian personnel. Deadlines can be influenced by evolving project scopes and shifting government priorities, requiring flexibility and strong communication skills. Additionally, contractors may work in diverse locations or environments, which can impact work-life balance and necessitate adaptability.

What is the difference between Civilian Contractor vs Security Guard?

AspectCivilian ContractorSecurity Guard
Required CredentialsVaries; often specialized certifications or licenses depending on roleTypically security guard license or certification
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, military bases, government facilities, or corporate projectsBuildings, events, or private properties
Employer & Industry UsageContracted by government agencies, private companies, or military contractorsPrivate security firms or directly employed by property owners

While both Civilian Contractors and Security Guards work in protective roles, Civilian Contractors often have specialized skills and work in more diverse environments such as construction sites or military settings. Security Guards primarily focus on surveillance and access control within specific properties. The roles differ mainly in scope, credentials, and work settings, though both serve to ensure safety and security.

What does a civilian contractor do?

A civilian contractor performs support roles for government agencies or private companies, often in areas such as security, logistics, construction, or technical services. They may work in challenging environments, require specialized skills or certifications, and follow specific safety protocols and schedules.

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Infographic showing various Civilian Contractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,767 per year, or $34 per hour.

Program Analyst

Petersburg, VA โ€ข On-site

OSI VISION LLC
IT Servicesย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$75K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Anticipated Opportunity - Federal Government Program
Important Hiring Notice: This position is being posted in anticipation of a potential upcoming contract award. The position is not immediately available. Osi Vision anticipates that hiring for this role may begin approximately 30-90 days from the date of posting, subject to contract award, Government direction, funding, and program start requirements. Candidates who apply may be contacted in advance to discuss qualifications, availability, clearance status, and interest.
Job Summary
The Program Analyst will support the administrative, operational, and organizational functions of a Federal Government defense program office in San Diego, California. The position will provide executive and administrative support to Government program leadership, coordinate communications and workflows, maintain essential program records and trackers, and prepare professional correspondence, reports, and briefing materials.
By monitoring schedules, travel, action items, recurring requirements, and administrative deadlines, the Program Analyst will help ensure timely information sharing, efficient daily operations, and effective execution of program activities. This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work professionally with senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide executive and administrative support to Government program leadership, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, travel coordination, correspondence preparation, and daily office support.
  • Coordinate program office communications and administrative workflows among Government personnel, contractor personnel, and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain program office calendars, meeting schedules, action-item trackers, decision logs, travel trackers, suspense items, and other administrative records.
  • Coordinate Government travel activities, including preparation, tracking, and reporting of travel authorization requests and supporting documentation, as applicable.
  • Prepare executive correspondence, briefing materials, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, reports, presentations, memoranda, and other professional documents.
  • Organize and maintain program documentation, electronic repositories, administrative records, and office workflows to ensure information remains current, accurate, organized, and readily accessible.
  • Monitor recurring administrative requirements, suspense dates, deadlines, and action items and provide timely status updates to program leadership.
  • Prioritize competing calendar requirements and coordinate high-level meetings involving senior military, civilian, contractor, and external stakeholders.
  • Track meeting actions, decisions, assignments, and due dates and follow up with responsible stakeholders as necessary.
  • Assist with preparing leadership briefings, status reports, data-call responses, and other recurring program management materials.
  • Support management of SharePoint sites, Microsoft Teams workspaces, shared repositories, correspondence files, and collaborative administrative tools.
  • Handle sensitive program and personnel information with discretion and in accordance with applicable security and information-handling requirements.
  • Communicate professionally and effectively with senior Government, military, civilian, contractor, and external personnel.
  • Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes, office workflows, records management, and organizational efficiency.
  • Provide administrative and analytical support to other program activities as required.

Required Qualifications
  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • Demonstrated experience providing executive, administrative, program, or operational support within a Government, military, or professional services environment.
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating travel itineraries and maintaining centralized travel trackers for program personnel.
  • Advanced proficiency managing executive calendars, prioritizing competing demands, and coordinating high-level stakeholder meetings.
  • Experience preparing professional meeting agendas, minutes, executive correspondence, briefing packages, reports, and presentations.
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including:
  • Excel for tracking, reporting, and data organization.
  • Word for professional document preparation and formatting.
  • PowerPoint for executive and leadership briefings.
  • Outlook for calendar and correspondence management.
  • Proficiency using collaborative platforms such as SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to manage correspondence, documents, workflows, and program repositories.
  • Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, suspense items, and administrative requirements simultaneously.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and interact professionally with senior military and civilian leadership.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready administrative records.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Communications, Management, or a related administrative or analytical field. Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Previous experience supporting a Department of Defense or Federal Government program office.
  • Familiarity with Federal Travel Regulations and Government travel processes.
  • Experience preparing or processing Travel Authorization Requests or using the Defense Travel System (DTS).
  • Experience supporting senior-level Government executives, military leadership, or program managers.
  • Experience maintaining action-item trackers, decision logs, suspense trackers, travel trackers, and other program management tools.

Employment Contingency
This is an anticipated position contingent upon contract award, Government approval, funding, security requirements, and final program requirements. Submission of an application does not constitute an offer of employment.
Osi Vision is proactively identifying qualified candidates for this potential requirement. Applicants may be contacted during the pre-award or transition period to discuss qualifications, active security clearance status, availability, compensation expectations, and potential start dates.
The anticipated hiring timeframe is approximately 30-90 days, but the actual start date may change based on Government and contract requirements.