Job Description
Join the elite team at the Department of Defense as a Senior Federal Data Analyst in Virginia Beach, VA. This high-impact role offers unparalleled career growth while serving our nation's critical data needs. You'll leverage cutting-edge analytics to drive strategic decisions that shape national security initiatives. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the prestige of federal service. Apply today to become part of a mission-driven organization at the forefront of data innovation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex federal datasets to identify trends and generate actionable insights for defense strategies
- Design and implement advanced SQL queries and data models for large-scale government databases
- Create interactive visualizations using Tableau/Power BI to communicate findings to senior leadership
- Ensure compliance with federal data security protocols including NIST standards
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to harmonize data across multiple federal systems
- Develop automated reporting pipelines to streamline recurring data deliverables
- Present analytical findings to congressional stakeholders and agency executives
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 government data systems
- Expert proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and R programming languages
- Advanced certification in data visualization (Tableau/Power BI) or cloud analytics (AWS/GCP)
- Demonstrated experience with DoD, DHS, or other federal agency data ecosystems
- Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one
- Proven track record of translating complex data into executive-level recommendations
- Familiarity with federal data governance frameworks (FISMA, FedRAMP)