About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Associate Business Management Analyst to join a Pathways rotational program in San Diego, CA. In this role you will rotate through 2–3 business management functions to gain hands-on experience, build broad business acumen, and support mission-critical programs.

• Participate in 2–3 rotations across Business Management disciplines (examples below)
• Support Program Control (budget tracking, cost reporting, variance analysis)
• Assist Contracts Analysts with proposal documentation, compliance checks, and change tracking
• Support Pricing and Financial Planning tasks (cost models, forecasts, budget preparation)
• Work with Global Supply Chain functions to help track supplier performance and material flow
• Contribute to schedule analysis and support Scheduling Analysts with baseline and tracking updates
• Prepare reports, briefings, and process documentation for senior stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and learn tools/processes used by Business Management

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree completed or nearing completion from an accredited institution
• Major in Business (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Economics) or a closely related field (Legal Studies, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, Global Supply Chain, etc.)
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) access within a reasonable time as required
• Willingness to work onsite 4–5 days per week depending on assigned rotation (this role does not support full-time remote work)

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Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
• Previous business-related internship or relevant work experience
• Existing active U.S. Government security clearance (preferred)

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Location & Schedule

• Location: San Diego, CA (onsite requirement typically 4–5 days/week depending on rotation)
• Role participates in a structured Pathways rotational program — ideal for recent graduates or early-career candidates

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $63,000 to $94,600 per year (based on job posting)
• Additional compensation may include discretionary bonuses and eligibility for benefits such as health insurance, life/disability coverage, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Final pay depends on experience, education, and market factors.

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Why This Role?

• Accelerated learning through rotational exposure to multiple Business Management functions
• Hands-on experience supporting mission-driven programs in an IT-focused environment
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities designed for early-career growth

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Additional Notes

• U.S. Citizenship is required for this role due to clearance needs.
• Confidential Client is committed to inclusive hiring and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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