CNA

CNA is an independent and nonprofit research and analysis organization that has been dedicated to the safety and security of the nation for 80 years. Their scientific rigor and real-world approach to data has proven indispensable to leaders facing complex problems. CNA employs operations research to address military questions in the Center for Naval Analyses and domestic challenges in the Institute for Public Research. Operations research is the application of scientific measurement to data in order to improve the effectiveness of operators, whether they are troops, police, wardens, or first responders. This approach allows operations researchers to help operators make better use of the technology they already have. The Center for Naval Analyses informs the decisions of Navy, Marine Corps, and DOD leaders. Their analysts have accompanied forces in every conflict since World War II and evaluate every major exercise. CNA's unique Field Program embeds scientists in commands around the world. Their analytical expertise ranges from strategic competition to recruiting and fighter pilot tactics. The Institute for Public Research supports civilian government agencies in justice, public health, emergency response, and other critical fields. Federal, state, and local leaders rely on CNA's independent analysis to address their most difficult challenges. CNA employs over 500 analysts with a mix of mathematicians, engineers, physicists, chemists, economists, and specialists in various other fields. Their commitment to equity is demonstrated through their participation in CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion and employee grassroots involvement. CNA is the oldest research and analysis organization in the United States that is an FFRDC (federally funded research and development center). Their founder, Philip Morse, introduced operations research to the U.S. The organization's leadership team is comprised of individuals with extensive experience in science, business, government, public service, and the military. CNA is actively engaged in enhancing workplace diversity and inclusion, with efforts ranging from participation in CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion to grassroots employee resource groups. For more information, visit their website or contact CNA directly.