Big Data Analyst (TS/SCI)

Vantor; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Mental health resources

Student loan repayment assistance

Adoption reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vantor is seeking a Data Analyst for its operations in Herndon, VA. The role involves evaluating datasets and shaping data engineering approaches to support analytical improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, with at least 5 years of relevant experience and a TS/SCI clearance. Vantor offers a competitive salary range between $118,000.00 and $196,000.00 annually, along with robust benefits including student loan assistance.

Qualifications

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI and be willing to obtain a CI polygraph.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a data analyst or data scientist.
• In-depth knowledge of Technical Telemetry Data and telecommunication protocol data.

Responsibilities

• Perform and develop dataset evaluations to inform government decision making.
• Shape data engineering approaches for improvement within applications.
• Work with end-users to provide support for data or application questions.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Time management

Experience with Python

Experience with SQL

Experience with Spark

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

Elasticsearch

Kibana

Jupyter Notebooks

Apache Zeppelin

Job description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go‑getters—where people work together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance; applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Location

Onsite in Herndon, VA, with occasional travel to Springfield, VA.

About The Team

• We are a multi‑faceted software development and systems administration team building and maintaining software applications backed by a self‑managed cloud infrastructure with a true big‑data footprint (over 20 petabytes).
• Our diverse background in mission support and software development serves as a catalyst to solve unique and challenging intelligence problems in support of special operations analysts.
• Prototyping and frequent, iterative feedback are core to our delivery approach, anchored by a need to work quickly in support of our missions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform and develop dataset evaluations and assessments to inform government decision making.
• Shape data engineering approaches for analytic tradecraft improvements within our applications.
• Identify and document gaps within our data corpus and analytical capabilities.
• Work hand‑in‑hand with software developers to field requirements and provide feedback as changes are implemented into an application.
• Work with end‑users to provide SME support for various data or application questions and requests.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI and be willing and able to obtain a CI polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience as a data analyst, data scientist or similar.
• Experience formulating a repeatable process for data evaluations and communicating findings to government officials.
• In‑depth knowledge of technical data types, including Technical Telemetry Data and telecommunication protocol data such as cellular and Wi‑Fi.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑starter with excellent time‑management skills and the ability to independently manage multiple concurrent tasks.
• Experience working in fast‑paced environments.
• Experience working with Software Engineers to provide feedback and validate the technical implementation for custom applications.
• Experience with a scripting language such as Python, SQL, Spark, or PySpark.
• Must be able to work on‑site in Herndon, VA, with the ability to work in Springfield, VA as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to translate technical conclusions and present them to a broader audience.
• Experience conducting geospatial analysis, including Activity‑Based Intelligence or Pattern of Life analysis.
• Experience applying, improving, and documenting innovative analytic methodologies.
• Experience with Elasticsearch/Kibana.
• Experience in a customer‑facing role.
• Familiarity with GitLab and the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Experience working with Jupyter Notebooks or Apache Zeppelin.
• Experience working with other intel analysts and/or special operations customers.

Pay Transparency

• Base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is $118,000.00 – $196,000.00 annually.

Benefits

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks such as student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement, and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. More information on our benefits at https://www.Vantor.com/careers.

EEO Policy

Vantor is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.