Job Description
Join our elite team at the Department of Defense as a Federal Data Analyst in Chula Vista, CA. This direct-hire opportunity offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on impactful national security projects. You'll leverage advanced data analytics to support critical decision-making processes while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Our ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments and possesses a strong analytical mindset. This role requires expertise in transforming complex datasets into actionable intelligence for senior leadership. Enjoy a collaborative culture that values innovation and professional growth within a secure, mission-driven setting.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret large-scale federal datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines for secure information processing
- Create interactive dashboards and reports using Tableau/Power BI for stakeholder briefings
- Ensure data integrity and compliance with federal security protocols (NIST, FISMA)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and deliverables
- Present findings to senior leadership through clear visualizations and executive summaries
- Implement statistical models to support predictive analytics and risk assessment
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of professional data analysis experience with federal datasets
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and R
- Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, D3.js)
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain Secret clearance)
- Familiarity with federal data governance frameworks and compliance standards
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication abilities for technical and non-technical audiences