Job Description
Join our elite team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Senior Federal Data Analyst in Los Angeles. This high-impact role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape national security policies through advanced data analysis. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with top-tier professionals in a mission-critical environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the satisfaction of serving your country.
We're seeking a passionate analyst to transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence that protects our nation. If you thrive in high-stakes environments and want to make a tangible difference, this is your opportunity to excel in federal service.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret large-scale federal datasets using SQL, Python, and R to support homeland security operations
- Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau/Power BI for executive decision-making
- Ensure data integrity and compliance with federal regulations (FISMA, PII handling)
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to identify emerging threats and trends
- Present findings to senior leadership through concise executive summaries
- Lead data quality initiatives and implement robust ETL processes
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to best practice development
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of professional data analysis experience with federal or large-scale datasets
- Expertise in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy), and statistical modeling
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, D3.js)
- Familiarity with federal data governance frameworks and security protocols
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical audiences
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) data services