Pros
Small government consulting firm offering specialized subject matter expertise to its national security clients. Arena is truly dedicated to helping its clients achieve mission, which makes it an exponentially more rewarding experience for client-facing employees. Employees feel empowered to stand up for the clients best interest, even if at the potential expense of the firm. Impressive expertise reach-back that far exceeds its physical headcount provides business partners and direct clients with differentiated value in a crowded market. Management has shown repeated dedication to professional development, actively seeking, offering, and funding relevant workforce certification training opportunities. Retirement, heath, and other employment benefits remain highly competitive.
Cons
Like any government consulting firm, employees spend a majority of time at the client site making corporate culture a challenge.