AI & Analytics Innovation Lead

Talanto; Springfield, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Talanto seeks an AI & Analytics Innovation Lead to drive data transformation for a major NGA program, turning disparate data into strategic metrics and actionable visuals.

The role blends hands-on analytics, governance, and consulting to accelerate innovation across the PEO, with collaboration across managers, analysts, and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience delivering data solutions and dashboards.
• Experience with Tableau dashboards for executives.
• Strong knowledge of Generative AI and governance.

Responsibilities

• Translate data into strategic metrics for NGA.
• Develop analytics, automate data processes, create visuals.
• Serve as SME on AI use cases, strategy, governance.
• Collaborate with PMO, program managers, data analysts, and tech teams.
• Guide model selection and integration into workflows.

Skills

Tableau

Data visualization

Generative AI

Data governance

Data analytics

Dashboards

Communication

Security clearance

Consulting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Jira

Python

SQL

R

Job description

Job Family

Data Science Consulting

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

Active Top Secret (TS)

What You Will Do

The AI & Analytics Innovation Lead will drive transformation of disparate programmatic data into strategic metrics that will aid decision‑making across a major Program Executive Office (PEO) at the National Geospatial‑Intelligence Agency (NGA). This role combines both hands‑on technical skills, deep data expertise, and consulting capabilities in order to deliver analytics, automate program data processes, creates dashboards/visualizations. This role will act as an Subject Matter Expert on AI/ML use cases, strategy, governance, and implementation for PEO business processes. Understanding of Generative AI will be particularly important as the PEO looks to derive more value from their data and streamline processes. The position will collaborate closely with the Program Management Office Business Executive on budgets, as well as program managers, data analysts, and technical teams to understand requirements, translate analytical findings into intuitive visuals, and ensure consistent, high‑quality presentation of information. The ideal candidate blends technical knowledge with strong communication skills, serving as a trusted advisor on how data and AI can accelerate innovation across the PEO. This role is part of •••••••••• 's AI & Data horizontal and will have reach back to a larger team for collaboration and professional growth as a data practitioner.

What You Will Need

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance.
• Must be able to sit for a CI poly within first 30 days.
• Bachelor's Degree
• SIX (6) or more years of experience
• Experience delivering or consulting on data solutions related to data visualizations, data science, or AI/ML
• Experience developing dashboards to effectively convey programmatic metrics (cost, schedule, performance) to various audiences, including executive leadership
• Experience working with Tableau and designing dashboards that translate complex data into actionable insights
• Strong understanding of Generative AI capabilities, use cases, technical requirements, and considerations for implementation
• Familiarity with data and AI governance principles, such as privacy, model risk management, data quality, and responsible AI practice

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience with coding languages (examples: Python, SQL, R, etc.)
• AI/ML development experience
• Deep understanding of business operations, KPIs, and performance metrics, including how to connect analytic outputs to strategic decisions
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders, influencing decision‑making and driving adoption of data and AI solutions
• Experience with programming languages including Python and SQL and understanding of how to create data pipelines and transform large data sets
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies
• Experience with Jira
• Experience supporting NGA
• Ability to evaluate, design, and guide AI implementations, including model selection, prompt strategy, operationalization, and integration into business workflows
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to connect technology capabilities to measurable business value
• Understanding of modern data platforms and architectures, such as cloud ecosystems, analytics platforms, or enterprise data environments
• Experience consulting with business teams to identify high‑value use cases and create structured roadmaps for data and AI innovation

What We Offer

•••••••••• offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back‑Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About ••••••••••

•••••••••• is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

•••••••••• will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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