Data Analyst

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Data Analyst in Herndon, Virginia, to join a high-impact team focusing on critical regulatory reporting for U.S. derivatives markets. This role involves defining data standards and ensuring data quality, collaborating with industry stakeholders, and contributing to regulatory oversight across various markets.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in capital markets, data analysis, and proficiency in tools such as SQL and AWS. A minimum of 8 years experience or equivalent qualifications are required, and the position requires onsite participation at least three days a week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; 12 years with a HS diploma/equivalent.
• Strong understanding of derivatives markets, including futures, options, swaps.
• Experience in multidatacenter or cloud environments including AWS and Redshift tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis and develop reporting requirements for CFTC regulatory reporting.
• Perform detailed analysis and checks for duplicates and missing fields.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to review and approve data standards.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

AWS

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

12 years of experience with HS diploma/equivalent

Tools

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Redshift

Python

Job description

Data Analyst

Job Locations: US

Responsibilities

Join a high-impact team supporting critical regulatory reporting initiatives for the U.S. derivatives markets. We are looking to add a Data Analyst to the team. In this role, you'll help define data standards, ensure the quality and integrity of market data, collaborate with industry stakeholders, and contribute to the oversight of both traditional derivatives and emerging prediction markets. If you have expertise in capital markets, data analysis, SQL, AWS, and regulatory reporting, we'd love to hear from you.

• Conduct analysis and develop reporting requirements to define data standards specifications, schemas, and validation rules for CFTC regulatory reporting obligations
• Develop technical guidance, datamapping documentation, FIXML examples, and updated guidebooks that incorporate schema changes and new validations.
• Support DCMs, SEFs, and DCOs by answering datasubmission questions and maintaining clear, up-to-date reference materials.
• Perform detailed analysis of exchange submitted data - including checks for duplicates, missing fields, and other errors, and cross-dataset mismatches, and conduct multiplatform comparisons in SQL Server and Redshift to identify and document gaps or anomalies. Additionally, support troubleshooting of UAT and production issues for large volume inbound datasets.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders at CFTC including DMO, DCR, Enforcement, and the Division of Data and with external market participants to review and approve data standards specifications.
• Participate in industry calls, regulatory working groups, validation meetings, while supporting onboarding of new DCM/SEF applicants by evaluating submissions, aligning them with CFTC requirements, and documenting necessary updates.
• Support data loading & processing team in testing and trouble-shooting input files from external sources into CFTC Datawarehouse.
• This role ensures the integrity and regulatory value of the Commission's market data by supporting mission critical reporting and strengthening data quality across both traditional derivatives and rapidly evolving prediction market ecosystems.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; or 12 years with a HS diploma/equivalent
• Strong understanding of derivatives markets, including futures, options, swaps, and exchange operations.
• Experience/Knowledge of XML, FIXML, FPML
• Experience in multidatacenter or cloud environments, including AWS and Redshift tools.li>
• Ability to create detailed technical documentation, mapping specifications, and validation rules.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with internal teams, external exchanges, and stakeholders.
• At least one (1) year of experience using:
• SQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Azure, SQL Server Management Studio.
• AWS, Redshift, Python
• Must be able to go onsite at least 3 days a week
• Must be a US Citizen or a Green Card Holder
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Public Trust Clearance is a plus
• SQL querying skills, AWS tools skills
• Financial Industry Certifications is a plus
• Prior experience with predictionmarket data or familiarity with how these markets operate is a plus.
• Experience with SAS, data visualization using programming languages, (e.g. Python or R), or commercial tools (e.g. MicroStrategy, Tableau) (Preferred, not required)

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.