Job Description
Join our critical mission at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Laredo, TX as a Federal Data Analyst. You'll play a pivotal role in safeguarding national security by transforming complex datasets into actionable intelligence. This full-time position offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies while serving your country.
We're seeking analytical professionals passionate about leveraging data to drive federal initiatives. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and the satisfaction of contributing to homeland security operations at our strategic border location.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret large-scale federal datasets to identify security trends and patterns
- Develop interactive dashboards and reports for senior leadership decision-making
- Ensure compliance with federal data regulations (FISMA, HIPAA, PII protocols)
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on border security analytics projects
- Implement data quality controls and validation frameworks
- Present findings to federal stakeholders through clear visualizations
- Maintain secure data handling practices in accordance with federal standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of professional data analysis experience
- Proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas), and R for statistical modeling
- Experience with federal data compliance requirements
- Security clearance eligibility (or ability to obtain)
- Advanced knowledge of data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- U.S. citizenship required