Data Analyst

Peraton; United States; On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Data Analyst to support critical regulatory reporting initiatives for the U.S. derivatives markets. You’ll work on defining data standards and ensuring quality and integrity of market data.

Responsibilities include conducting analysis, developing reporting requirements, and collaborating with industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate has expertise in capital markets, data analysis, SQL, and AWS, along with strong communication skills.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $86,000 - $138,000 and various benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with a BS/BA; or 12 years with an HS diploma/equivalent.
• Strong understanding of derivatives markets.
• Experience in multi-data-center or cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis and develop reporting requirements.
• Develop technical guidance and data-mapping documentation.
• Support DCMs, SEFs, and DCOs by answering data-submission questions.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

AWS

Capital markets

Regulatory reporting

Education

BS/BA or HS diploma/equivalent

Tools

PostgreSQL

Microsoft SQL Server

Redshift

Python

Job description

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Program Overview

Provides, protects, and defends enterprise information services to approximately 45,000 Army, joint and DoD customers across the European theater on a 24 x 7 x 365 days per year basis on classified, unclassified, and coalition networks.

About The Role

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.

What will you do

• Conduct analysis and develop reporting requirements to define data standards specifications, schemas, and validation rules for CFTC regulatory reporting obligations
• Develop technical guidance, data‑mapping documentation, FIXML examples, and updated guidebooks that incorporate schema changes and new validations
• Support DCMs, SEFs, and DCOs by answering data‑submission 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, cross‑dataset mismatches, and conduct multi‑platform 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 troubleshooting input files from external sources into CFTC Data Warehouse
• 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

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with a BS/BA; or 12 years with an HS diploma/equivalent
• Strong understanding of derivatives markets, including futures, options, swaps, and exchange operations
• Experience/knowledge of XML, FIXML, FPML
• Experience in multi‑data‑center or cloud environments, including AWS and Redshift tools
• 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 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 U.S. 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 are a plus
• Prior experience with prediction‑market 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)

Details

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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on‑camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.

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