Job Description
Join our mission-critical team at the Department of Homeland Security as a Federal Data Analyst in San Diego. You'll leverage advanced analytics to enhance national security operations, transforming complex datasets into actionable intelligence for senior leadership. This pivotal role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape federal policy while working alongside top-tier professionals in a collaborative, cutting-edge environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and visualize large-scale federal datasets using SQL, Python, and Tableau to support operational decision-making
- Develop automated reporting systems for security compliance metrics and performance indicators
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to identify data-driven solutions for border security challenges
- Ensure all analyses adhere to federal privacy laws (HIPAA, FISMA) and data governance protocols
- Present findings to senior officials through executive dashboards and strategic briefings
- Maintain secure data pipelines using AWS/GCP cloud infrastructure
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives for federal data quality standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years experience with federal data systems (e.g., CBP, TSA, ICE databases)
- Expertise in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy), and data visualization tools
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one
- Deep understanding of federal data privacy regulations (18 U.S.C. § 2701-2710)
- Proven track record translating analytics into policy recommendations
- Certification in CISSP, CIPP, or equivalent data security credential