Job Description
Join our elite team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Federal Data Analyst in Anaheim, CA. We're seeking a remote-friendly professional to transform complex federal datasets into actionable intelligence for national security initiatives. Enjoy flexible work arrangements while contributing to critical homeland security missions through advanced data analysis and visualization.
This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with classified and unclassified federal datasets, collaborate with cross-agency teams, and develop cutting-edge analytical methodologies. You'll directly impact policy decisions while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity and security compliance.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret complex federal datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies affecting national security operations
- Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, and D3.js for executive stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with federal data governance standards including FISMA, HIPAA, and NIST guidelines
- Collaborate with federal agencies to integrate data sources and optimize analytical workflows
- Present findings to senior leadership through concise reports and data-driven recommendations
- Maintain strict data security protocols for classified and sensitive information
- mentor junior analysts on federal data processing best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of experience with federal data systems and compliance requirements
- Expert proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and R for data manipulation
- Advanced certification in Tableau or Power BI with portfolio of federal projects
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
- Experience with geospatial analysis (ArcGIS, QGIS) for homeland security applications
- Demonstrated understanding of federal data privacy regulations (FERPA, Privacy Act)
- Proven track record of delivering actionable insights from complex datasets