Data Analyst

Pantheon Data; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pantheon Data is seeking a Data Analyst to support federal programs by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that drive mission-critical decisions. This role requires expertise in analytics, data governance, and federal compliance standards, with collaboration across government stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

You will develop dashboards using Power BI or Tableau, implement data quality checks, and mentor junior staff while handling sensitive but unclassified information

Qualifications

• 8 years of analytics experience in data analysis, BI, or data science roles.
• Experience working in FAR-regulated federal contracting environments.
• Strong understanding of NIST frameworks and federal data security standards.
• Dashboard development using Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of data analytics strategies for federal programs.
• Perform statistical modeling, forecasting, and data mining on large datasets.
• Build dashboards and reports with Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik for diverse audiences.
• Ensure compliance with federal data standards (FISMA/NIST).
• Present findings to government clients and translate results into operational recommendations.
• Oversee data ETL processes and implement data quality checks.
• Mentor junior analysts and manage analytics workstreams.

Skills

Analytics experience

FAR environments

NIST standards

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

SharePoint

Communication

Remote work

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science or related field

Associate's degree in Data Science or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

SharePoint

Job description

Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Pantheon Data was founded in 2011, initially providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the US Coast Guard. Our service offerings have grown in the past ten years, including infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, information technology, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. We have also grown our customer base to include commercial clients. The company has used this experience to expand our service offerings to other agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Position Overview

Pantheon Data is seeking a Data Analyst to support federal programs by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that drive mission-critical decisions. This role requires expertise in advanced analytics, data governance, and federal compliance standards. The analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams, interface with government stakeholders, and ensure data integrity across all program activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of data analytics strategies aligned with federal program objectives.
• Perform statistical modeling, trend analysis, forecasting, and data mining using large, complex datasets.
• Build dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik to communicate insights to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ensure compliance with federal data standards, including FISMA, NIST, and agency-specific requirements.
• Present findings to government clients, support decision-making, and translate analytical results into operational recommendations.
• Oversee data extraction, transformation, and loading processes; implement data quality checks and validation procedures.
• Mentor junior analysts, manage analytics workstreams, and contribute to project planning and documentation.
• Develop automated workflows using Python, R, SQL, or similar tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain strict adherence to federal cybersecurity and privacy requirements, including handling of sensitive but unclassified (SBU) or controlled unclassified information (CUI).

Required Skills and Experience

• 8 years of analytics experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or data science roles.
• Experience with federal contracting, including working within FAR-regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of NIST frameworks and federal data security standards.
• Dashboard development expertise using Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik.
• Expertise using SharePoint.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights.
• Ability to work effectively remotely in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or GCP.
• Knowledge of federal financial or operational systems (e.g., DoD, DHS, HHS, VA).
• Experience with Agile methodologies in a federal environment.
• Machine learning exposure for predictive analytics or anomaly detection.

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Clearance Requirements

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements. Ability to obtain Public Trust prior to hire and maintain during employment is required.

Work Location:

United States - Remote

• Our company prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
• If the position is remote or hybrid, you may periodically work from a Pantheon Data office location or client site.
• If this position is assigned to a Pantheon Data office location or client site, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for specific client requirements.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $80,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Benefits Overview

We are always looking for good people! Pantheon Data is committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries and benefits in order to increase employee satisfaction and productivity.In addition to our benefits, we also offer SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. In some cases, tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position. Additional details may be found at https://pantheon-data.com/careers/

Pantheon Data Important Information

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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