Job Description
Join our mission-critical team at the Department of Homeland Security in Lincoln, NE. We seek a detail-oriented Federal Data Analyst to transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence supporting national security initiatives. This direct-hire position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic government environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze large-scale datasets using SQL, Python, and R to identify trends and patterns
- Develop interactive dashboards and reports using Tableau/Power BI for executive stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with federal data governance standards (FISMA, HIPAA)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and KPIs
- Present findings to senior leadership through clear visualizations and executive summaries
- Maintain data integrity through rigorous validation and quality control protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of professional data analysis experience with government datasets
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy), and statistical modeling
- Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, D3.js)
- Familiarity with federal data regulations and security protocols
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one