Operations Research Analyst/Enterprise Analytics Division/United States Secret Service

To train and develop new staff to use advanced analytical methods, mathematics, and problem-solving techniques to analyze complex systems, processes, or operations. This work often involves identifying problems, evaluating options, and recommending solutions using statistical analysis, optimization, simulation, and predictive modeling.

Operations Research Analyst (ORA) – ORAs develop and enhance agency reporting systems and processes to ensure accurate data is collected, stored, analyzed, and reported on to improve mission outcomes. Duties include but are not limited to utilizing a wide variety of mathematical, statistical, and other scientific methods to enhance accountability and identify efficiencies in current and planned agency mission activities. This includes the building and maintaining of mission-critical staffing models (a major ongoing effort to advanced protective operations following the assassination attempts).