Data Analyst

Yulista; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

StraitSys Inc is seeking a data analyst to analyze complex datasets, build dashboards, and maintain data catalogs and dictionaries. The role emphasizes governance, data quality, and cross-functional collaboration to drive business insights.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in data analysis, experience with Power BI/Tableau, and familiarity with data governance and cloud platforms. The position is on-site in Huntsville, AL, with potential for advanced analytics work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of data analysis experience including dashboards/reports.
• Experience with large datasets and advanced analytics.
• Cloud data platforms familiarity a plus.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret complex data sets to provide actionable insights.
• Create and maintain data catalogs documenting data sources, attributes, and lineage.
• Develop data dictionaries ensuring consistent data definitions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data solutions.
• Design dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate findings.
• Ensure data quality through cleaning, validation, and standardization.
• Support data governance practices and regulatory compliance.
• Provide data-driven recommendations for strategic planning and efficiency.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

DAX

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Data governance

Data quality

Metadata management

APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science/Statistics/CS

Tools

Purview

Alation

Collibra

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

StraitSys IncTemporary

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Analyze and interpret complex data sets to provide actionable insights that support business decisions. Develop and maintain data catalogs and data dictionaries to ensure data governance and accessibility across the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collect, organize, and analyze data from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Create and maintain data catalogs to standardize and document data sources, attributes, and lineage.
• Develop and manage data dictionaries to ensure consistent definitions and proper usage of data elements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver solutions.
• Design and build dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
• Ensure data quality by performing data cleaning, validation, and standardization.
• Contribute to the improvement of data governance practices and compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Provide recommendations based on data analysis to support strategic planning and operational efficiencies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, R, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in DAX queries.
• Experience with data cataloging tools (e.g., Purview, Alation, Collibra) and maintaining data dictionaries.
• Strong understanding of data governance, data quality, and metadata management.
• Advanced Excel skills and BI tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Ability to communicate complex data findings in a clear, concise manner to non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Familiarity with Deltek CostPoint, Workday, Spectrum Viewpoint, Salesforce, etc.
• Familiarity with APIs, Rest APIs, and their functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, including creating and maintaining Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Demonstrated experience in working with large data sets and advanced analytics techniques.
• Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms is a plus.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

A fast-paced multi-tasking customer service oriented environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. Adaptability regarding schedule and task changes is necessary to accommodate changing priorities. Overtime may be required.

The Company's policy is to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship or other protected status. When applicable, the Company's policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

It is the Company's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.