Senior Data Analyst

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Analyst to serve the Office of Military-Civilian Transition, Defense Human Resource Activity in Alexandria, VA. Join our team, grow your career, and crush your goals at Terrestris.

I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services across four primary functional areas: Human Capital, Training & Development, Technology Services, and Operations & Logistics. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris works to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will a Senior Data Analyst at Terrestris do?

The Military-Civilian Transition Office (MCTO) requires programmatic research, analysis, assessments, product development, document drafting, recommendations, coordination, synchronization, and analytic support services for Service members preparing for their next step in life - whether pursuing an additional vocational trade or higher education, finding employment in the public or private sector, or starting their own business; or Reserve Component (RC) members and their families adjusting to pre- and post-activation, mobilization or deployment. MCTO designs cohesive, modular, outcome-based training, events and courses that bolsters and standardizes the opportunities, services, and training to promote effective and efficient support of transitioning Service members and members of the National Guard and Reserve, their families and communities worldwide.

What does a typical day look like for a Senior Data Analyst?

You will:

• Be responsible for developing and implementing a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software.
• Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets.
• Visualize, interpret, report data findings, and may create dynamic data reports.
• Develop statistical analysis plans and data management procedures using relational database principles, protocols, and methodology.
• Integrate and analyze data from many sources, including resolving data problems.
• Conduct complex and detailed quantitative statistical analyses, using statistical analysis software such as SAS, to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of programs and service delivery.
• Perform quantitative statistical analyses using complex analytic methods, including multiple regression, general linear model, correlation, t-test, creating composite variables, and longitudinal analysis.
• Perform qualitative statistical analysis of large datasets of written comments in order to identify themes and draw validated conclusions.

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the leader we’re looking for if you have:

• A Secret Security clearance.
• At least 8 Years of Data Analyst experience.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as R, Python, or SAS.
• Strong SQL skills for querying and manipulating large datasets.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or matplotlib for presenting findings to stakeholders.
• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and techniques for predictive modeling and data mining.
• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Hive may be beneficial.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets, identify trends, and derive meaningful insights.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach to data analysis.
• Experience with data cleaning, transformation, and validation techniques.
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and data modeling techniques.

We are extra impressed by folks with:

• Experience in leading data analysis projects from conception to completion, including scoping, planning, execution, and documentation.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, dental and vision coverage, generous retirement bonus plans. We also believe strongly in maintaining a quality work-life balance, so we offer a leave package that includes Paid Time Off, holidays, sick days and a fun, creative work environment.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.