Job Description
Join our elite team at the Department of Homeland Security and become a critical player in safeguarding national security through data-driven insights. We're seeking a highly skilled Federal Data Analyst to transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence that shapes policy and operations. This is your opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while serving the public interest in a dynamic, mission-critical environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret large-scale federal datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and security threats
- Design and implement robust data pipelines using SQL, Python, and R for federal compliance
- Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations for senior leadership and congressional briefings
- Ensure strict adherence to federal data governance standards (FISMA, HIPAA, CUI)
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on joint operations and intelligence sharing initiatives
- Present findings to stakeholders through clear, compelling data narratives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of experience with federal data systems and compliance protocols
- Expert proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI)
- Deep understanding of federal data security standards and classification systems
- Proven track record of deriving actionable insights from complex datasets
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
- Strong communication skills for translating technical findings to non-technical stakeholders