Data Analyst

Blue Marble Analytics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Marble Analytics, based in Indianapolis, seeks a Data Analyst to support data-driven initiatives across state healthcare programs, including Medicaid. You will partner with business and technical teams to analyze data, ensure data quality, and deliver actionable insights for critical program outcomes.

You will design and maintain analytic reports and dashboards using Cognos and Tableau, build ad hoc reports, and collaborate with analysts and engineers to deliver customer-focused reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years with Cognos Analytics and Tableau for production reporting.
• 2+ years data warehouse analysis and ability to read data models.
• 4+ years of SQL for reporting and analysis.
• 4+ years of experience with Medicaid, healthcare, or government programs.
• 4+ years in Agile environments or client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, maintain, and enhance analytic reports and dashboards using Cognos and Tableau.
• Build ad hoc reports and perform data analysis based on client needs.
• Develop complex reports, including sub-reports and well-formatted deliverables.
• Create and maintain analytics models, including relational and DMR models and packages.
• Mockup reports and dashboards with business users and technical teams; refine requirements.
• Collaborate with analysts, data engineers, managers, and team members to deliver reporting solutions.
• Recommend insights, report enhancements, and data improvements based on findings.
• Support operational stability by monitoring, auditing, and validating reporting objects.
• Validate report results against data warehouse sources; ensure data quality.
• Support testing activities, including UAT and production readiness reviews.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Work within a project team environment and manage assigned work to completion.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

IBM Cognos Analytics

Tableau

SQL

Python/Pandas

Excel

Job description

Company Description

Blue Marble Analytics is a data and analytics firm that evolved from a break-fix IT operation into a strategic partner for organizations seeking results-oriented data solutions. The company specializes in turning complex data into actionable intelligence that improves operations, enhances customer experiences, and supports market leadership. Blue Marble Analytics delivers tailored services spanning data strategy, governance, advanced analytics, AI, and business intelligence. The organization is committed to long-term partnerships, helping clients rely confidently on their data to solve problems and drive meaningful business outcomes.

Notice

This is a contract, on-site Data Analyst role based in Greater Indianapolis area. Please no C2C inquiries.

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Overview

We are seeking a Data Analyst to support data-driven initiatives across state healthcare programs, including Medicaid and Human Services. This role partners with business and technical teams to analyze data, ensure data quality, and deliver actionable insights that support critical program outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, maintain, and enhance analytic reports and dashboards using Cognos and Tableau.
• Build ad hoc reports and perform data analysis based on evolving client needs and business questions.
• Develop complex reports, including sub-reports, visual reports, and well-formatted deliverables that meet user requirements and present data in a clear, compelling manner.
• Create, enhance, and maintain business analytics models, including relational and DMR models, packages, and reporting structures used for report development.
• Work with business users and technical teams to mockup reports and dashboards, refine requirements, and identify the most effective way to present data to customers.
• Collaborate with business analysts, data engineers, managers, and other team members to design and deliver customer-specific reporting solutions.
• Recommend additional insights, report enhancements, and data improvements based on client needs and analysis findings.
• Support the operational stability of the reporting environment by monitoring, auditing, validating, and troubleshooting reporting objects to ensure accuracy, integrity, and timely delivery.
• Validate report results against data warehouse sources throughout the development process to ensure data quality and consistency.
• Support testing activities, including UAT, validation cycles, and production readiness reviews.
• Communicate findings, report outputs, and analytical insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Work within a project team environment, taking direction from project managers and technical leaders while managing assigned work to completion.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of production-level experience working with data and business intelligence tools, including IBM Cognos Analytics and Tableau. Experience working with Cognos Cubes, including cube-based reporting and analysis.
• 2+ years of data warehouse analysis experience, including the ability to read data flow diagrams and conceptual and physical data models.
• 4+ years of experience writing SQL for reporting, analysis, and report customization.
• 4+ years of experience with Medicaid, healthcare, or government programs.
• 4+ years of experience working in Agile environments or client-facing roles.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work with complex data sets and ensure data accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python, including Pandas or similar libraries, and Excel.
• Knowledge of data cleaning, formatting, and transformation techniques.
• Understanding of basic statistics and analytical problem-solving methods.

What Sets You Apart

• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills, ideally with healthcare program experience.
• Curiosity, self-motivation, and a continuous learning mindset.
• Ability to quickly learn, apply new knowledge, and adapt to changing client needs.
• Ability to champion and manage new initiatives that improve processes, streamline operations, and maximize system efficiency.
• Collaborative, team-oriented working style.
• Commitment to data integrity, accountability, and meeting deadlines.

Impact

This role supports high-impact initiatives that improve healthcare access and outcomes for vulnerable populations by enabling accurate data, informed decision-making, and effective program delivery.