Job Description
Join our elite federal data team in Lexington, KY and transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence for national security initiatives. We're seeking a meticulous Federal Data Analyst to support critical defense programs with cutting-edge analytics and compliance-driven reporting. This urgent opening offers immediate impact in a mission-driven environment with competitive benefits and career advancement pathways.
Responsibilities
- Execute advanced data analysis using SQL, Python, and R to identify trends in federal datasets
- Develop and maintain automated reporting dashboards for executive stakeholders
- Ensure 100% compliance with federal data security protocols (NIST, FISMA)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into analytical solutions
- Present findings through compelling visualizations and executive briefings
- Manage data quality assurance processes for large-scale federal datasets
- Support audit preparation and documentation for regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience in federal data analysis or government contracting
- Expert proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and visualization tools (Tableau)
- Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
- Strong understanding of federal data governance frameworks
- Experience with statistical modeling and predictive analytics
- Certification in data analytics (e.g., AWS Data Analytics, Google Data Analytics) preferred
- Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills