Data Analyst I

2ndWave LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 100.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

2ndWave LLC is seeking a Data Analyst I in Washington, DC to provide data management and analytical support that informs program operations and leadership decisions. The role involves collecting and cleaning data from government sources, creating dashboards, and producing briefing materials.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in data analysis, strong Excel and visualization skills (Power BI/Tableau), and the ability to document data sources and methodologies, with US citizenship for government work.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 1–3 years of data analysis or data management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data visualization/reporting tools.
• Strong attention to detail with data cleaning and documentation experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a government background investigation.

Aufgaben

• Collect, clean, validate, and organize data from government and industry sources.
• Perform statistical analysis and identify trends.
• Develop recurring reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Conduct data quality reviews and document data sources and methodologies.
• Maintain databases, spreadsheets, and data management systems.
• Support weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reporting.
• Prepare briefing materials, charts, and analytical summaries.
• Coordinate with government personnel to identify reporting requirements.
• Respond to data calls and information requests.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and information security requirements.

Kenntnisse

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Python

SQL

Data quality

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Business, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

Jobbeschreibung

Data Analyst I

Position Overview

2ndWave is seeking a Data Analyst I to provide professional data management and analytical support services that improve the quality, consistency, and timeliness of data-driven analysis informing program operations and leadership decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, validate, and organize structured and semi-structured data from Government and industry data sources.
• Perform statistical analysis and identify trends within available datasets.
• Develop recurring reports, dashboards, visualizations, and other analytical products using Government-approved software.
• Conduct data quality reviews and maintain documentation of data sources, business rules, assumptions, and methodologies.
• Maintain databases, spreadsheets, repositories, and related data management systems.
• Support recurring weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reporting requirements.
• Prepare briefing materials, charts, graphics, tables, and written analytical summaries.
• Coordinate with Government personnel to identify reporting requirements and analytical priorities.
• Respond to internal and external data calls, surveys, and information requests.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable Government data governance, privacy, and information security requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
• One to three years of experience in data analysis, data management, or a related analytical role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated experience in data cleaning, validation, and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present analytical findings clearly.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated Government background investigation; U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal government clients, preferably within the Department of Commerce or a trade- or manufacturing-related mission area.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools or languages (e.g., R, Python, SQL).
• Experience responding to data calls and preparing executive-level briefing materials.

Work Environment

Work is performed at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Herbert C. Hoover Building, Washington, DC. Telework or remote work may be authorized as appropriate. Standard support hours are Monday through Friday during normal operating hours, excluding Federal holidays.

About 2ndWave

2ndWave, LLC is a management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector clients solve their most pressing financial, business management, and technology challenges. Our certified professionals bring fresh perspectives, challenge conventional approaches, and deliver leading-edge solutions that enable government organizations to operate more efficiently while minimizing risk and cost.

What We Offer

At 2ndWave, we've built a people-first culture where certified professionals collaborate to solve our public sector clients' most pressing financial, business management, and technology challenges. We've earned our reputation by empowering our team to bring fresh perspectives, challenge conventional approaches, and deliver leading-edge solutions that help our clients operate more efficiently while minimizing risk and cost. When our people grow, our clients win — professional development, credentialing, and continuous improvement are central to how we operate.

Compensation

The compensation for this position is determined based on a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to an individual's skill set, experience, training, certifications, and education, as well as business needs and internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $100,000 – $125,000.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary and bonuses for eligible positions, we offer the following employee benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Healthcare Savings Account