Data Quality Analyst

Apex Systems; Milford Mill (MD); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with company match

ESPP

HSA (HDHP)

EAP with counseling

Certification discounts

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Data Quality Analyst to drive data quality improvements across federal health program data. The role partners with data operations and reporting teams to design automated reporting solutions and ensure data accuracy for fraud prevention efforts.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in data analytics, strong Excel, SQL, Python/R skills, and experience with Tableau/Power BI. A Public Trust clearance is required for the role and the position supports a remote work model.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a data analytics role.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field as listed.
• Experience with agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum) and tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Proficiency with SQL, Python, R, and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, AWS QuickSight).
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL and Oracle databases; data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from diverse sources to identify errors and improve quality.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and reliability of program data.
• Work with structured and unstructured data using statistical analysis and data governance.
• Develop data quality policies, procedures, and standards.
• Document processes and prepare reports for stakeholders.
• Provide QA reports and streamline processes using Excel, SharePoint, Power BI, and Tableau.
• Perform ad hoc data analysis to support programmatic questions.
• Collaborate with teams to improve data collection and storage.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Jira

Confluence

Advanced Excel

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

AWS QuickSight

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Public Trust clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Math, Data Analytics, or a related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

AWS QuickSight

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Job#: 3052536

Job Description:

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Data Quality Analyst

Location: Remote

Role Overview

The Data Quality Analyst will ensure continuous improvement of the program's data quality through solutions and strategies to address business challenges. This role involves working closely with data operations and reporting teams to design, develop, and execute automated data reporting solutions with the highest standards of quality and performance. The Data Quality Analyst will play a critical role in improving the quality and accessibility of data solutions to support the detection and prevention of fraud, waste, and abuse within government-sponsored health programs. This role supports a federal program that requires the ability to obtain & maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze data from a variety of sources, identifying and correcting errors and inconsistencies, and developing and implementing processes to improve data quality.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of program data.
• Work with structured and unstructured data, using tools like statistical analysis, data cleansing, and data governance frameworks.
• Develop and implement data quality policies, procedures, and standards.
• Document processes, prepare reports, and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Provide quality assurance reports and streamline internal processes using tools like Excel, SharePoint, Power BI, and Tableau.
• Perform ad hoc data analysis to support programmatic questions and stakeholder requests.
• Collaborate with internal teams to implement changes and improve data collection and storage processes.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior team members.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Math, Data Analytics, or a related field.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in a data analytics role.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum) and tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Advanced Excel expertise, including pivot tables, formulas, and conditional formatting.
• Experience with data analytics tools (SQL, R, Python) and data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI, AWS Quicksight).
• Knowledge of databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and data modeling.
• Ability to obtain & maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree with a data or math focus.
• SAFe Agile Certification.
• Experience with version control systems (GitHub).
• Experience in healthcare IT and an understanding of regulatory requirements such as HIPAA.
• Experience and/or knowledge of relevant government agency processes and standards.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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