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Mission Answer the most challenging U.S. security and science policy questions with objective analysis leveraging extraordinary scientific, technical, and analytic expertise.

Description The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a private, nonprofit corporation headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, just outside Washington, D.C. IDA manages three federally funded research and development centers (FFRDCs): The Systems and Analyses Center (SAC), The Science and Technology Policy Institute (STPI) and The Center for Communications and Computing (CCC).

Our diverse mix of professionals possesses expertise in a broad range of technologies and systems combined with deep knowledge of costs, policies, operations, and organizational matters. IDA continually renews and evolves its staff, integrating those newly educated in the latest advances in research with seasoned veterans of acquisition management, policy-making, and operational leadership roles in government and defense-related organizations. The exceptional creativity, determination, and commitment to service that IDA researchers bring to their work are the foundation of IDA’s excellence.

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Sponsors rely on IDA for dispassionate, fact-based and scientifically rigorous research and advice performed in an environment free of commercial or shareholder interests where objectivity and the public interest are foremost. Our work is characterized by unquestioned objectivity and exceptional quality.

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At IDA, you will be surrounded by professionals at the top of their fields. Whether you are seeking opportunities in research or corporate operations, you’ll find our people remain our greatest asset. We take time to celebrate the social aspects of professional life, regularly offering guest speakers, seminars and social events.

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We are dedicated to providing our staff and their families with the tools and support needed for success both in the workplace and at home. Our retirement plan offers eligible staff with an 11% employer contribution. We provide competitive health, dental and vision plans in addition to regular wellness events throughout the year. We support our families through flexible work schedules, generous paid leave, including paid parental leave and paid military leave, and more.

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Last week, IDA named two senior leaders to strengthen the organization’s ability to meet demand from its government sponsors. To better support IDA President Chas Richard’s oversight of the Federally Funded Research and Development Centers it operates, Bram Lillard will fill a newly-created position, Executive Vice President of SAC and STPI. In this role, Bram will coordinate corporate strategy, sponsor engagement and cross-divisional initiatives, and will shape and lead IDA’s research agenda, and operations support for the Systems and Analyses Center (SAC), and the Science and Technology Policy Institute (STPI). Chris Green will continue to oversee the effective execution of the Centers mission, now as Executive Vice President of CCC. His primary responsibilities include coordinating corporate strategy and investments, sponsor engagement and cross-center initiatives for the Center for Communications and Computing (CCC). Read the news release ➡️ idalink.org/26-07 ...Show more

Last week, IDA named two senior leaders to strengthen the organization’s ability to meet demand from its government sponsors. To better support IDA President Chas Richard’s oversight of the Federally Funded Research and Development Centers it operates, Bram Lillard will fill a newly-created position, Executive Vice President of SAC and STPI. In this role, Bram will coordinate corporate strategy, sponsor engagement and cross-divisional initiatives, and will shape and lead IDA’s research agenda, and operations support for the Systems and Analyses Center (SAC), and the Science and Technology Policy Institute (STPI). Chris Green will continue to oversee the effective execution of the Centers mission, now as Executive Vice President of CCC. His primary responsibilities include coordinating corporate strategy and investments, sponsor engagement and cross-center initiatives for the Center for Communications and Computing (CCC). Read the news release ➡️ idalink.org/26-07

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Earlier this year we entered into a memorandum of understanding with Virginia Tech’s National Security Institute to create new opportunities for workforce development and the advancement of national security initiatives....Show more

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Virginia Tech National Security Institute, Institute for Defense Analyses partner on workforce, research opportunities

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Institute for Defense Analyses awards & accolades

Former IDA President David Chu Receives NAPA George Graham Award, National Academy of Public Administration, 2023
IDA President Norty Schwartz - 2021 Distinguished Graduate Award on August 6. The award recognizes graduates who have set themselves apart by making extraordinarily significant contributions to our Nation or their communities., United Stated Air Force Academy, 2021
SAFETY Act Team Receives 2019 DHS Under Secretary’s Award, US Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, 2019
IDA CCS researcher Michelle Snider - Association for Women in Mathematics Service Award, Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM), 2019

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Employee reviews at Institute for Defense Analyses

Institute for Defense Analyses has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 205 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Institute for Defense Analyses employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

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3.8

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3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.2

Culture & values

2.9

Senior management

2.9

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Nice place to work if you want to get started with the DoD

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