Working at Institute for Defense Analyses in Alexandria, VA: 3 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Alexandria, VA Area

"The people working there, mostly the security team, cannot be trusted. My personal information was given out to a stalker and that forced me to leave my position. While working there my supervisor had me doing his work while he did school work. There are a lot of good hard working scientists not being paid what they are worth. Contracts are taken away and given to others based solely on friendship within the company."

"Been at IDA since 2008. Great place. Health Insurance copay is now too high but hopefully that will change next year."

What do you like about working at Institute for Defense Analyses?

"professional, good benefits, comfortable, collaborative, sometimes interesting, helpful, good reputation"

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"You could not ask for a more professional place to work. However, it is still a bit of an Old Boys Club, where hierarchy is clear. The benefits are great, but not for those who might need money now or who like bonuses or raises that are 3%."

What don't you like about working at Institute for Defense Analyses?

"uncreative, bureaucratic, conservative, button-down, a knowledge that I am appreciated but I don't often hear Thank you, no bonuses, never significant raises, poor workers stay put"

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Upgrade the technology and connect the systems within the company to facilitate and enhance publication."