Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security as a Federal Data Analyst in Irvine, CA, and play a pivotal role in safeguarding national security through advanced data insights. This remote-friendly position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to critical federal initiatives. You'll transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and supporting strategic decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment where your analytical skills directly impact national safety.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret large-scale federal datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and security threats
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines using SQL, Python, and R for federal compliance
- Create interactive visualizations and dashboards using Tableau/Power BI for executive stakeholders
- Ensure data integrity and adherence to federal privacy regulations (FISMA, HIPAA)
- Present findings to senior leadership through concise technical reports and briefings
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to enhance threat detection models
- Stay current on evolving federal data governance frameworks and technologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in federal or government data analysis roles
- Proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and statistical analysis tools
- Experience with data visualization platforms (Tableau, Power BI)
- Familiarity with federal data compliance standards (FISMA, HIPAA, GDPR)
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently in remote environments with minimal supervision
- Active federal security clearance preferred