Management Analyst labor category
Management Analyst is a government contracting labor category with levels I through IV. GSA ceiling rates run about $80–$296/hr depending on level. That's what the government pays the contractor, not your salary.
Updated Oct 21, 2026 · Data: GSA CALC+
What a Management Analyst does
On federal contracts, you serve as a consultant who helps government clients modernize their operations, optimize resource allocation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. These roles are typically structured in levels based on experience and academic background. A Level I position often requires a Bachelor's degree and focuses on data gathering and basic analysis, while Levels II and III require increasing years of experience and subject matter expertise to manage complex projects independently. By the time you reach Level IV, you are expected to lead large-scale organizational assessments that directly influence high-level agency policy or budget execution. Transitioning service members often excel in these roles by leveraging their experience with process standardization and mission-focused resource management.
Typical Management Analyst duties
- Conduct comprehensive studies of agency operations to identify operational bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
- Develop performance metrics and dashboards to track progress against organizational objectives and service level agreements.
- Prepare detailed reports and briefings that summarize research findings for senior government stakeholders.
- Facilitate stakeholder interviews and workshops to gather business requirements and document current state workflows.
- Analyze budget utilization and resource distribution to support more efficient procurement and staffing strategies.
Management Analyst levels, requirements, and GSA CALC+ rates
Levels map to years of relevant experience. A degree can substitute for years (about 2 years per step).
| Level | Experience | Most common education | GSA ceiling rate, 25th–75th ($/hr) | GSA ceiling rate, median ($/hr) | Rough salary estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level I | 0–3 yrs | Bachelors | $80/hr – $114/hr | $95/hr | $82k–$109k |
| Level II | 4–7 yrs | Bachelors | $101/hr – $148/hr | $123/hr | $106k–$142k |
| Level III | 8–12 yrs | Bachelors | $130/hr – $201/hr | $161/hr | $140k–$186k |
| Level IV | 13+ yrs | Bachelors | $184/hr – $296/hr | $249/hr | $216k–$288k |
- Most common education
- Bachelors
- GSA ceiling, 25th–75th
- $80/hr – $114/hr
- GSA ceiling, median
- $95/hr
- Rough salary estimate
- $82k–$109k
- Most common education
- Bachelors
- GSA ceiling, 25th–75th
- $101/hr – $148/hr
- GSA ceiling, median
- $123/hr
- Rough salary estimate
- $106k–$142k
- Most common education
- Bachelors
- GSA ceiling, 25th–75th
- $130/hr – $201/hr
- GSA ceiling, median
- $161/hr
- Rough salary estimate
- $140k–$186k
- Most common education
- Bachelors
- GSA ceiling, 25th–75th
- $184/hr – $296/hr
- GSA ceiling, median
- $249/hr
- Rough salary estimate
- $216k–$288k
GSA ceiling rate: what the government pays the contractor, not your salary. It includes overhead, benefits, and profit. Source: GSA CALC+, current contract year, synced Oct 25, 2026, 2,621 rates.
Common certifications: Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Certified Professional Property Specialist (CPPS), Project Management Professional (PMP), Adobe Certified Professional, Certified Public Relations Professional, Google Analytics Individual Qualification
Clearance for this labor category
About 7% of Management Analyst GSA rates require a clearance. Put your clearance on the very first line of your resume, under your name and contact info. Level and status only. Never list program names, SCI caveats, or classified details. Use the free Clearance Formatter.
Military codes that map to Management Analyst
Sample Management Analyst resume bullets
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- Optimized internal business processes for a $5M government contract, resulting in a 15% reduction in administrative overhead over 12 months.
- Analyzed performance data for 500+ federal personnel, providing actionable insights that improved resource allocation by 20%.
- Developed and implemented standardized reporting templates for three agency branches, improving data accuracy across a $10M project portfolio.
What level Management Analyst are you?
Enter your years, education, certifications, and clearance. Get your likely level, the GSA rate range for that level, and what would move you up.
With 0 years of relevant experience and a no degree, your effective experience is about 0 years. Under the common GSA CALC+ rule that a degree step substitutes for roughly 2 years, that maps to Level I. Verify against the specific contract.
Move up · To reach Level II, add about 4 more years of relevant experience, or earn a certification the contract requires (e.g. Security+, PMP) that the contract requires.
GSA ceiling rate: what the government pays the contractor, not your salary. It includes overhead, benefits, and profit. Source: GSA CALC+, current contract year, synced Oct 25, 2026, 986 rates.
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Management Analyst labor category: quick answers
How does my military experience map to Management Analyst levels?
Military experience in logistics, personnel management, or administrative operations typically qualifies as equivalent professional experience. Junior NCOs or junior officers often align with Level I or II roles, while senior leaders may qualify for Level III or IV positions.
Do I need a security clearance to work as a Management Analyst in GovCon?
While many Management Analyst roles are unclassified, roughly 7 percent of positions require a clearance. If a position involves working within a restricted facility or handling sensitive program data, a clearance will be required.
What is the typical pay range for a Management Analyst?
Pay is highly dependent on your level of experience and the specific contract requirements. Median hourly rates range from approximately $94 per hour for entry-level analysts to over $133 per hour for senior experts.
Is a Bachelor's degree mandatory for these positions?
Most government contracts define the labor category with a minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree. However, many contractors will accept a combination of equivalent military training and professional experience as a substitute for a formal degree.
Reviewed by the Good to Go team · Last updated 2026-10-21 · Sources: GSA CALC+, O*NET
More about this roleShow
On federal contracts, you serve as a consultant who helps government clients modernize their operations, optimize resource allocation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. These roles are typically structured in levels based on experience and academic background. A Level I position often requires a Bachelor's degree and focuses on data gathering and basic analysis, while Levels II and III require increasing years of experience and subject matter expertise to manage complex projects independently. By the time you reach Level IV, you are expected to lead large-scale organizational assessments that directly influence high-level agency policy or budget execution. Transitioning service members often excel in these roles by leveraging their experience with process standardization and mission-focused resource management.
Each contract defines its own labor categories and levels, so confirm the fit against the posting. Pay figures here are estimates from GSA CALC+ ceiling rates, not a guarantee.
Find your Management Analyst level
Enter your years, education, certifications, and clearance. Get your likely level and the GSA rate range for it.
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