Entrylevel Geopolitical Risk Analyst Jobs in Rockville, MD

Job Title: Junior Risk Analyst - Enterprise Risk Management
Job Category: Finance and Accounting
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
Anticipated Posting End: 10/1/2026
Opportunity:
We are seeking a Junior Risk Analyst to support the organization's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program and broader risk and performance activities. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with 1-3 years of experience who is interested in developing expertise in enterprise risk, government contracting, aerospace and defense operations, and business performance.
The Junior Risk Analyst will work with business and functional leaders to identify, assess, monitor, and report risks that could affect business objectives, customer commitments, operational performance, and mission outcomes. The position will also support risk assessments, risk registers, key risk indicators (KRIs), trend analysis, and executive risk reporting.
Responsibilities:
• Support enterprise and business-level risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting activities.
• Maintain and update risk registers, including risk statements, ratings, mitigation actions, owners, and due dates.
• Assist with program, contract, operational, and functional risk assessments.
• Collect and analyze information related to financial, operational, program, supply chain, cybersecurity, compliance, workforce, and strategic risks.
• Support development and monitoring of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Analyze risk trends and identify emerging patterns, concentrations, or areas requiring management attention.
• Track risk mitigation and treatment activities and follow up with risk owners on open actions.
• Assist in preparing risk dashboards, executive presentations, reports, and briefing materials.
• Support periodic enterprise and business risk reviews with functional and operational leaders.
• Perform research on regulatory, industry, geopolitical, supply chain, and other developments that may affect the organization.
• Assist with contract and business risk reviews for new or existing programs.
• Support continuous improvement of ERM processes, tools, templates, and reporting.
• Coordinate with functions such as Program Management, Finance, Contracts, Supply Chain, Cybersecurity, Legal, Quality, Security, and Operational Excellence.
• Support special risk analysis and Operational Excellence initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of professional experience in risk management, business analysis, program management, finance, compliance, audit, government contracting, operations, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to evaluate information from multiple sources.
• Ability to organize data and translate findings into clear business insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft 365.
• Ability to develop professional reports, presentations, and executive-level briefing materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated judgment, professionalism, and ability to appropriately handle sensitive business information.
• US Citizenship required
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$57,500-$117,900
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.