Business Intelligence Analyst

Cherokee Federal; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Military friendly employer

Veterans encouraged to apply

Job summary

A leading federal contracting company is seeking a Business Operations Support – Business Analyst SME based in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. The role involves developing data systems, creating reports with tools like Power BI, and supporting procurement operations in compliance with federal regulations. Candidates should have extensive experience with data systems and a strong background in government contracting, along with an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Full-time position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• At least seven years of experience developing data systems.
• Minimum two years of recent experience as a procurement analyst.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop data systems to track procurement metrics.
• Create reports and dashboards using Power BI and other tools.
• Support procurement operations and financial processes.

Skills

Business intelligence tools

Data visualization tools

Business automation systems

Microsoft Excel

SQL Reporting Services

Education

Associate degree in Business, Technology, Accounting or related field

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Power BI

SharePoint Online

Power Automate

Microsoft Access

Job description

Business Operations Support – Business Analyst SME

TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance required.

Base pay range

$165,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance data systems to track procurement metrics and organizational effectiveness.
• Create and deliver high-quality reports and dashboards using Power BI, SQL Server Reporting Services, and Intelligence/Business Objects.
• Customers routinely, manually create reports. Position supports both process improvement and process automation.
• Power Apps and Power Automate are used routinely.
• Ability to process data, provide feedback, and shape operations. Able to build processes to intake large amounts of data and synthesize it to a useable report. Build reports that link data from multiple sources into a single product.
• Design and manage custom databases using Microsoft Access and SharePoint Online.
• Create and deliver high-quality reports and dashboards using Power BI, SQL Server Reporting Services, and Intelligence/Business Objects.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align reporting with mission objectives and provide actionable insights.
• Utilize knowledge of DoD business management systems such as POM, GFEBS, MIPRs, and CERP.
• Provide analysis on post‑award contract execution for federal government acquisitions.
• Support procurement operations and financial processes in compliance with FAR, DFARS, AFARS, and other DoD policies.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities

• Minimum of Associate degree in Business, Technology, Accounting, or related field; prefer Bachelor’s Degree.
• At least seven (7) years of experience within the past ten years developing data systems to monitor performance metrics.
• Minimum two (2) years of recent experience as a procurement analyst or contract specialist supporting federal contracts.
• Proficient in business intelligence tools, data visualization tools, and business automation systems, such as Microsoft Power BI, SQL Reporting Services, SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Power Platform, and AI platforms such as Army Vantage and Palantir.
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote.
• Strong knowledge and application of FAR, DFARS, AFARS, and DoD procurement regulations.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Experience working with DoD acquisition planning and financial systems.
• Familiarity with task‑order based contract structures and evolving role definitions.
• Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information

Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNDS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Government Administration