Job Description
Join our elite team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Federal Data Analyst in Chicago. You'll be at the forefront of national security initiatives, transforming complex datasets into actionable intelligence. This premium role offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive federal benefits, and the opportunity to protect our nation through data-driven decision-making. Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts critical policy outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret large-scale federal datasets to identify security trends and patterns
- Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations for executive leadership
- Ensure compliance with federal data security protocols (FISMA, NIST)
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on joint intelligence operations
- Present findings to senior officials through concise executive briefings
- Maintain and optimize data pipelines using federal cloud platforms
- Support continuous improvement of data governance frameworks
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years experience with federal data systems (e.g., DHS, FBI, DOD)
- Expert proficiency in SQL, Python, and R for statistical analysis
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain Top Secret clearance)
- Experience with Tableau or Power BI for federal reporting
- Familiarity with OMB data quality standards and documentation
- Strong understanding of federal privacy regulations (HIPAA, FERPA)