Data Analyst
The Data Analyst at Confidential Client is responsible for developing and maintaining data-driven tools to support risk and threat assessments, integrating hardware and software solutions, and managing data throughout its lifecycle. This role involves collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources, providing briefings to executive-level personnel, and contributing to national security efforts with a focus on secure data handling and interagency collaboration.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Technology, Information and Internet.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This role supports development and maintenance of data-driven tools used for risk and threat assessment in a national-security context. Responsibilities include:
- Develop and maintain tools that support risk and threat assessment activities.
- Integrate hardware and software solutions and assist with project planning and execution.
- Collect, normalize, and analyze data from multiple sources to produce actionable insights and operational tools.
- Manage data across its lifecycle: collection, storage, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition.
- Produce clear written and verbal briefings for senior/executive-level stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional and interagency teams to deliver mission-driven solutions.
Qualifications
To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications below:
- Current U.S. Government final Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access (required).
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data analysis, data science, computer/software engineering, or a related field, plus at least two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in data analytics, including experience applying artificial intelligence / machine learning techniques.
- Proven experience working with data throughout the full lifecycle (collection, management, analysis, reporting, secure disposition).
- Experience integrating hardware and software components and supporting project activities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership.
- Authorized to work in the United States and able to maintain required security clearance.
Preferred / Helpful Experience
- Experience applying AI/ML in operational analytics or tool development.
- Familiarity with secure data handling practices in classified environments.
- Background supporting government or interagency technical programs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $95,000 – $110,000 per year.
- Opportunities for professional development and interagency collaboration.
- A mission-focused role contributing to protection of national security information, facilities, and personnel.
Location & Work Type
- Job location: Virginia (VA). This position is listed as TELECOMMUTE (remote-capable) but may require on-site work or travel to government facilities as needed.
- The role requires the incumbent to hold and maintain the specified security clearance and meet any location/visit requirements for access to government sites.
Notes on Eligibility & Accommodations
Careertakes and our client comply with all applicable U.S. employment laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process — please contact Careertakes if you need assistance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.
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