Job Description
Join our elite team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Jersey City, NJ as a Federal Data Analyst. You'll be pivotal in transforming complex datasets into actionable intelligence to safeguard our nation's security. This direct hire opportunity offers unparalleled career growth while working with cutting-edge technologies in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret large-scale federal datasets to identify trends and patterns critical to national security
- Develop and maintain automated reporting systems using SQL, Python, and R
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to deliver data-driven insights for policy decisions
- Create interactive dashboards using Tableau and Power BI for executive briefings
- Ensure compliance with federal data privacy regulations (FISMA, HIPAA)
- Present findings to senior leadership through compelling visualizations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in federal or government data analysis
- Expertise in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and data visualization tools
- Strong understanding of statistical methodologies and data modeling
- Active federal security clearance or ability to obtain one
- Experience with big data platforms (Hadoop, Spark) is essential