Lead Program Analyst Jobs
Lead Program Analyst jobs are open across federal agencies, defense contractors, healthcare systems, and consulting firms, at every level from mid-career to senior lead, with specializations in program governance, performance analysis, and policy implementation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of approximately 219,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
The Program Management Ld Analyst is a strategic professional who stays abreast of developments within own field and contributes to directional strategy by considering their application in own job and the business. Recognized technical authority for an area within the business. Requires basic commercial awareness. There are typically multiple people within the business that provide the same level of subject matter expertise. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to guide, influence and convince others, in particular colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Significant impact on the area through complex deliverables. Provides advice and counsel related to the technology or operations of the business. Work impacts an entire area, which eventually affects the overall performance and effectiveness of the sub-function/job family.
Responsibilities:
- Partners with internal teams to ensure marketing campaigns are designed and executed flawlessly to meet business goals. Engaged in implementing test strategies, developing campaign schedules, business as usual (BAU) auditing, and applying critical thinking to identify and mitigate potential issues. Assesses for impacts and potential need for additional testing to ensure overall channel integrity.
- Collaborate with business partners to execute campaigns/initiatives that drive acquisitions growth and greater customer engagement.
- Make decisions and recommendations based on analytics.
- Identify and manage issues to resolution.
- Assist with monthly budget reconciliation and marketing invoice processing to ensure proper vendor execution.
- Manage internal legal and creative reviews and approvals for marketing campaigns.
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Qualifications:
- 6-10 years of experience in Marketing and retail bank/financial services industry experience.
- Requires attention to detail, advanced project management skills, good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at once.
- Creative problem solving and sense of ownership.
- Solid communication, presentation and project management skills.
- Ability to work well under tight deadlines in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
Education:
- Bachelor’s/University degree, Master’s degree preferred
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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Job Family Group:
Marketing-
Job Family:
Marketing Program Management-
Time Type:
Full time-
Primary Location:
Atlanta Georgia United States-
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$107,120.00 - $160,680.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.-
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.-
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Nov 18, 2026-
Automated Processing and AI
We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right (opens in new window)
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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of approximately 219,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
The Program Management Ld Analyst is a strategic professional who stays abreast of developments within own field and contributes to directional strategy by considering their application in own job and the business. Recognized technical authority for an area within the business. Requires basic commercial awareness. There are typically multiple people within the business that provide the same level of subject matter expertise. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to guide, influence and convince others, in particular colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Significant impact on the area through complex deliverables. Provides advice and counsel related to the technology or operations of the business. Work impacts an entire area, which eventually affects the overall performance and effectiveness of the sub-function/job family.
Responsibilities:
- Partners with internal teams to ensure marketing campaigns are designed and executed flawlessly to meet business goals. Engaged in implementing test strategies, developing campaign schedules, business as usual (BAU) auditing, and applying critical thinking to identify and mitigate potential issues. Assesses for impacts and potential need for additional testing to ensure overall channel integrity.
- Collaborate with business partners to execute campaigns/initiatives that drive acquisitions growth and greater customer engagement.
- Make decisions and recommendations based on analytics.
- Identify and manage issues to resolution.
- Assist with monthly budget reconciliation and marketing invoice processing to ensure proper vendor execution.
- Manage internal legal and creative reviews and approvals for marketing campaigns.
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Qualifications:
- 6-10 years of experience in Marketing and retail bank/financial services industry experience.
- Requires attention to detail, advanced project management skills, good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at once.
- Creative problem solving and sense of ownership.
- Solid communication, presentation and project management skills.
- Ability to work well under tight deadlines in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
Education:
- Bachelor’s/University degree, Master’s degree preferred
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
#LI-JR5
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Job Family Group:
Marketing-
Job Family:
Marketing Program Management-
Time Type:
Full time-
Primary Location:
Atlanta Georgia United States-
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$107,120.00 - $160,680.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
-
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.-
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.-
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Nov 18, 2026-
Automated Processing and AI
We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right (opens in new window)
-
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead program analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or a related field
- 5 or more years of program analysis or program management experience
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
- Experience developing and tracking program performance metrics and KPIs
- Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations or government contracting frameworks
- Strong written communication skills for executive briefings and program reports
Tips for Your Lead Program Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
Federal and defense lead program analyst postings prioritize compliance language and clearance eligibility, while private-sector roles emphasize process improvement and stakeholder reporting. Mirror the exact terminology in each posting so your resume passes automated screening and reads as a natural fit.
Highlight cross-functional program ownership
Hiring managers for lead program analyst roles want evidence you've coordinated across teams, not just reported on them. Call out specific instances where you owned deliverables that required sign-off from multiple departments, budget holders, or external partners.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead program analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by clearance requirements upfront
Many lead program analyst postings in defense and government require an active security clearance. Applying without one to cleared-required roles wastes time for both sides. Sort or scan for clearance language early so your effort goes toward openings you're actually eligible for.
Prepare a data-backed program example
Interviewers at this level expect you to walk through a full program lifecycle you led, with outcomes expressed in measurable terms. Prepare two or three examples that connect your analytical decisions to cost, schedule, or performance results the organization could verify.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Lead program analyst offers often leave room to negotiate team size, reporting authority, and resource access, not just pay. Clarifying these terms before accepting protects you from stepping into a senior title with junior-level decision-making power.
Lead Program Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead program analysts?
The most active employers for lead program analysts right now are BAE Systems USA, HII, and Citi, and the most openings are in Virginia, Arizona, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent among large defense contractors and federal agency support firms.
How many lead program analyst jobs are remote?
About 60% of lead program analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by sector. Performance analysis and policy-focused roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to classified government programs almost always require on-site work.
How do you become a lead program analyst?
Start by building several years of experience in program coordination, data analysis, or project management within a relevant sector such as government, defense, or healthcare. Develop fluency in performance measurement frameworks and reporting tools, then take on progressively larger cross-functional programs. Earning a PMP certification or a master's degree in public administration or business can accelerate the move into lead-level roles.
Can you get a lead program analyst job with limited experience?
Breaking in at the lead level with limited direct experience is difficult, but not impossible if you can demonstrate analytical ownership on smaller programs. Roles at consulting firms or nonprofits sometimes carry the lead title at a lower complexity threshold than federal or defense positions. Focusing your applications on mission-driven organizations or smaller agencies can give you room to grow into the full scope of the role.
What does the lead program analyst interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or HR screen to verify experience level and availability, followed by a structured behavioral interview with a hiring manager or panel. Candidates are typically asked to walk through a complex program they led and explain the analytical methods they used. Final rounds often include a case study, written assessment, or presentation to senior stakeholders, particularly in government or consulting environments.
Where can I find and apply to lead program analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to lead program analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, sector preference, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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