Job Description
Join our prestigious federal agency in Boston as a Remote-Friendly Data Analyst and shape critical policy decisions through data-driven insights. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work while maintaining connection to our historic Boston headquarters. You'll leverage advanced analytics to support national initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while driving innovation in public sector data management.
We offer comprehensive benefits including flexible schedules, professional development stipends, and a mission-driven environment where your work directly impacts communities nationwide. Our collaborative culture values diverse perspectives and encourages continuous learning in cutting-edge data technologies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex federal datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies supporting strategic decision-making
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with federal regulations (FISMA, HIPAA)
- Create interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau/Power BI to communicate findings to senior leadership
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical data solutions
- Conduct statistical analysis and modeling to evaluate program effectiveness and inform policy recommendations
- Document methodologies, processes, and findings according to federal reporting standards
- Stay current with evolving federal data governance frameworks and emerging analytics technologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Public Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 3 years of professional data analysis experience with federal or government data
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy), and R for data manipulation and statistical analysis
- Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or D3.js)
- Deep understanding of federal data regulations (FISMA, 21st Century IDEA Act) and compliance protocols
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex findings to non-technical stakeholders
- Proven ability to work independently in remote environments while meeting deadlines