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Brandes Associates

Provides real-time data interoperability gateway

Foreign Military Sales Analyst/Management Analyst

Full-TimeDeadline 7/24/27
$111k - $120k/yr
Expert
Bachelor's, Master's, Associate's
Patuxent River, MD, USA+1 moreMore locations: Norfolk, VA, USA
In Person
Business & StrategyBusiness Analysis
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 10 years of experience performing duties described in the functional description.
  • Excellent verbal, non-verbal, written, and listening communication and interpersonal skills for staff, customer, and organizational-level communications, both formal and informal.
  • Ability to perform all functional duties independently and demonstrate self-starting behavior.
  • Working knowledge and use of Microsoft Office suite programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and SharePoint; Microsoft Project 2016; and Adobe Acrobat Reader and Pro.
  • An MA/MS degree, with allowable substitutions of a bachelor's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience, an associate's degree plus four additional years of relevant experience, or six additional years of relevant experience.
  • An active Department of Defense Secret clearance is required, and selected applicants must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
  • U.S. citizenship is required at the time of application.
Responsibilities
  • Support the efforts and actions of the Case Manager, Program Managers, and Team Lead for various Foreign Military Sales programs.
  • Assist the Case Manager in analyzing and managing all aspects of Foreign Military Sales casework in accordance with the Arms Export Control Act, the Security Assistance Management Manual, the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, and applicable Department of Defense acquisition policy guidance.
Desired Qualifications
  • Five years of experience supporting Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR).

About the company

Brandes Associates fixes IT interoperability problems by delivering data solutions that enable real-time information exchange across different systems. Its product Syndeo combines a data gateway with protocol and format conversion to create a live interface between diverse nodes. This integrated solution transfers data between incompatible systems without excess resource use and project delays, and is designed for secure, real-time operation. The company aims to help clients streamline data processes across the global IT landscape, generating revenue through service contracts and product licensing while following industry-standard security practices.

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What believers are saying

  • ASD awarded $2.08 million for 2025-26 annual support and maintenance on March 11, 2026.
  • Brandes updated Syndeo documentation in October 2025, signaling active product maintenance.
  • Management said January 2026 momentum continues into 2026, supported by value-agnostic government demand.

What critics are saying

  • Australian Signals Directorate drove $2.08 million in 2025-26; losing it crushes revenue.
  • Narrow interoperability software faces Prime contractors and in-house integration teams in 2026.
  • No recent customer diversification signals exist; an ASD renewal failure threatens the business model.

What makes Brandes Associates unique

  • Syndeo converts protocols and message formats into real-time interfaces across legacy systems.
  • Brandes held Australian Signals Directorate support work in 2026, showing sticky niche expertise.
  • Thirty years serving Navy, Air Force, Special Forces, and Intelligence Community builds trust.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave