Job Description
Join Meridian Government Services as a Federal Data Analyst and play a pivotal role in shaping national policy through data-driven insights. We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional for this Direct Hire opportunity in Jersey City, NJ. In this role, you will be responsible for transforming raw government data into actionable intelligence that supports critical decision-making processes.
Why Join Us?
- Direct Hire Position: No contract, no fees—permanent employment with benefits.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to high-stakes projects that influence federal operations.
- Modern Environment: Work with cutting-edge analytics tools in a collaborative, hybrid-friendly office setting.
We are looking for a candidate who thrives in a regulated environment and possesses the technical prowess to manage large-scale data sets securely.
Responsibilities
- Extract, clean, and transform raw data from multiple federal sources to ensure accuracy and integrity for analysis.
- Develop and maintain interactive dashboards using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Qlik Sense to visualize complex data trends.
- Collaborate with government stakeholders and subject matter experts to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting requirements.
- Conduct statistical analysis and modeling to identify patterns, anomalies, and opportunities for operational improvement.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and executive briefings that translate technical findings into clear, strategic recommendations.
- Ensure strict compliance with federal regulations, including FISMA, NIST, and data privacy standards.
- Maintain data governance protocols and document data pipelines and methodologies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in data analysis, preferably within the federal government or defense contracting sector.
- Proficiency in SQL for data querying and extraction; experience with Python or R for advanced analytics is highly preferred.
- Strong visualization skills with Tableau, Power BI, or similar BI tools.
- Experience working with classified or sensitive data; Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical data to non-technical audiences.
- Deep understanding of data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA) and federal data handling policies.