Data Analyst (Senior Associate)

Lafayette Group Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette Group Inc. is looking for a dynamic individual in Arlington, VA to support the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in managing strategic data products. This role requires strong data analytics skills and experience with tools like Power BI to develop necessary metrics and KPIs.

Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. The salary range for this position is $75,000 – $90,000, and it offers a hybrid remote work model.

Qualifications

• 4 years of professional experience in consulting, policy development, data analysis, or project management.
• 2 years of experience with data collection and metric development.
• Experience in IT or cybersecurity is a plus.
• Basic understanding of information security policy and Agile/PMP methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support establishment of a comprehensive data framework and ensure data quality.
• Conduct in-depth KPI and metric design analysis.
• Review existing datasets to identify gaps and needs for additional data collection.
• Facilitate data transfer across different systems for real-time access.

Skills

Data analytics skills

Experience with data analysis/parsing tools

Excellent research and data gathering

Analytical and critical thinking

Communication and presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Power Platform

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Power BI

Job description

Job Summary

Lafayette Group is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and highly motivated individual to support the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) with managing and developing strategic data products, coordinating stakeholder meetings and strategic communications efforts, and conducting a variety of strategic, operational, and business process analyses related to performance measures and metrics. This will be a data-heavy position, so strong data analytics skills, experience with common data analysis/parsing tools, and an understanding of data stewardship principles is required.

Responsibilities

• Data Strategy: Support establishment of a comprehensive data framework for collecting, managing, and utilizing data effectively. Support data collection, ensure data quality and security, and align data practices with the goals and vision. Extensive experience with Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service.
• KPI Development: Understand how key performance indicators are crucial for measuring the organization's success. This involves conducting in-depth analysis, collaborating with the team to understand strategic priorities, and helping to select indicators that provide actionable insights into performance against objectives.
• Metric Design: Assist in developing performance metrics that are well-designed, meaningful, and aligned with strategic objectives. This involves defining clear measurement criteria, establishing benchmarks and targets, and designing metrics that provide actionable insights and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Gap Analysis: Work as part of a team to review existing dataset and compare it against the data required to meet organizational goals. By identifying gaps in the available data, the team can gain insights into where additional data collection or refinement is needed.
• Carry out processes for the transfer and integration of data across different systems and platforms, enabling real‑time access to accurate and current information for data-driven decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of professional experience in consulting, policy development/analysis, data analysis, or project management.
• Minimum of 2 years with data collection and metric development efforts.
• Experience working with MS Power Platform – Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, or similar tools.
• Excellent research, data gathering, analytical, critical thinking, and listening skills.
• Ability to think conceptually and strategically and learn quickly.
• Ability to meet deadlines, adhere to project plans, ensure any conflicts are brought to the attention of the management team, and multi-task on several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changes in project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Ability to interact, collaborate, and network effectively with all levels of staff, including senior leadership, both internal and on the client site.
• Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to obtain DHS entry on duty (EOD)/suitability or a security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in IT or cybersecurity.
• Experience supporting DHS programs or initiatives.
• Basic understanding of industry best practices related to the implementation of information security policy, such as NIST publications.
• Basic understanding of Agile or PMP project management methodology.
• Existing DHS EOD/suitability.

Desired Start Date: 7/20/2025

Location: Arlington, VA - Hybrid Remote (Occasional on-site LGI or Client Office)

Federal Contracts: This position involves working on federal contracts that require all workers on the contract to be U.S. Citizens. Additionally, some contracts may require the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Salary Range: $75,000 – $90,000

Lafayette Group provides equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibits employment decisions based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.