Cricket Analyst Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Company Overview:

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary:

ValidaTek is seeking a Quality Analyst (Journeyman) to support the CRICKET program providing mission-critical support to the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI). The successful candidate will execute quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) activities across program deliverables, ensuring compliance with established Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), contractual requirements, and organizational standards.

The Quality Analyst will perform document reviews, conduct inspections, support audits, track corrective actions, and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives supporting ODNI CIO programs.

Responsibilities:

• Execute quality assurance and quality control activities across program deliverables.
• Monitor compliance with established quality management processes and procedures.
• Conduct inspections and reviews of contractor deliverables against approved acceptance criteria.
• Identify quality deficiencies and support root cause analysis activities.
• Document findings and recommendations for corrective action.
• Support internal and external audit activities and maintain audit documentation.
• Track corrective action plans and verify timely closure of identified issues.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality metrics and performance indicators.
• Collaborate with program teams to improve quality processes and deliverable standards.
• Support implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• Four (4) or more years of experience supporting quality assurance and quality control activities on government or IT programs.
• Experience conducting quality reviews, inspections, and compliance assessments.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies and corrective action processes.
• Experience supporting program audits and compliance evaluations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) experience.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, CMMI, or other quality management frameworks.
• Experience facilitating audits and quality reviews.
• Experience supporting large-scale IT modernization programs.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred)
• CMMI Individual Certification (preferred)

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.
The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

EEO Statement:

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.