Job Description
Join an elite federal team shaping data-driven policy solutions at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Oakland. This high-impact role offers unparalleled job security, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to protect America's heroes through advanced analytics. We're seeking a meticulous Data Analyst to transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence for national healthcare initiatives. Work in a collaborative environment with cutting-edge tools while contributing to veteran care optimization.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret federal healthcare datasets using SQL, Python, and R to support veteran care programs
- Develop interactive Tableau dashboards for executive decision-making and policy formulation
- Ensure compliance with federal data governance standards (FISMA, HIPAA)
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to improve veteran service delivery metrics
- Present findings to senior leadership through compelling data visualizations and reports
- Maintain secure data pipelines and troubleshoot complex analytical challenges
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of professional data analysis experience in federal/government sector
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas), and statistical modeling
- Expertise in Tableau/Power BI with portfolio of executive-level dashboards
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one
- Familiarity with federal reporting requirements (VA, HHS, OMB)