Investigative Data Analyst

Leidos; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Investigative Data Analyst to support data-driven decision-making by collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting complex information to identify trends, risks, and operational insights.

The role is hybrid, 50% onsite in Fort Worth, TX and 50% remote, with a plan to move from part-time to full-time in January 2027. The candidate should be comfortable working with large datasets and developing meaningful visualizations for executive audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Experience analyzing large datasets to identify trends, risks, and insights
• Advanced Excel skills: pivots, formulas, data modeling
• Proven ability to develop dashboards and interactive reports with Power BI
• Experience with databases, government systems, or enterprise data repositories
• Familiarity with OSINT methods and public information sources
• Strong technical writing for executive summaries and reports
• Excellent verbal and written communication across technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to collaborate across multiple organizational levels and manage projects independently

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, risks, and integrity concerns
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Excel and Power BI
• Conduct research using government databases, internal systems, and OSINT resources
• Prepare executive summaries and briefing materials for senior leadership
• Perform quality assurance reviews of work products and processes
• Identify emerging trends and vulnerabilities across data sources
• Translate analyses into actionable recommendations for diverse audiences
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives
• Independently manage assigned projects and timelines
• Exercise judgment with sensitive information and escalate as needed
• Support process improvement to enhance data quality and efficiency
• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of restricted information

Skills

Data analysis

Excel (Pivot, formulas)

Power BI

OSINT

SQL

Python

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics/Related field

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Python

Excel

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Investigative Data Analyst to support data-driven decision-making by collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting complex information to identify trends, risks, vulnerabilities, and operational insights. This role combines advanced analytical skills, investigative research, quality assurance auditing, and executive-level communication to support organizational leadership. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated professional who excels in working with large datasets, developing meaningful visualizations, and translating technical findings into actionable recommendations.

• The Investigative Data Analyst will be a hybrid role, 50% onsite in the Fort Worth, TX office and 50% remote. The candidate for this role must be within commutable distance to the office location.
• This position will start as a part-time role with expectation of moving to full time status in January of 2027.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, gaps, anomalies, risks, and potential integrity concerns through statistical and analytical modeling techniques.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, charts, graphs, and other visual products using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and other analytical tools to communicate findings effectively.
• Conduct research using government databases, internal data systems, and open-source intelligence (OSINT) resources to support investigations, operational assessments, and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare executive summaries, investigative reports, briefing materials, status reports, and presentations for senior leadership, including executive and Congressional stakeholders.
• Perform quality assurance reviews and audits of work products, closed cases, management inquiries, and operational processes to ensure compliance with established policies and standards.
• Identify emerging trends, systemic vulnerabilities, and operational risks by connecting information across multiple data sources and organizational functions.
• Translate complex technical analyses into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations tailored to audiences ranging from technical staff to executive leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, program managers, analysts, investigators, and organizational leadership to support strategic initiatives and operational objectives.
• Independently manage assigned projects, establish priorities, monitor timelines, and deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision.
• Exercise sound judgment when evaluating sensitive information, recognizing anomalies, and determining when issues require escalation to management.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance data quality, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and appropriate handling of sensitive or restricted information.

Basic Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required
• Clearance: Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field and 2 years of relevant experieince. Equivalent professional experience may be considered.
• Experience analyzing large and complex datasets to identify trends, risks, gaps, and operational insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, data modeling, and analytical functions.
• Demonstrated expertise using Microsoft Power BI to create dashboards, visualizations, and interactive reports.
• Experience working with databases, government information systems, or other enterprise data repositories.
• Knowledge of open-source intelligence (OSINT) research methodologies and publicly available information sources.
• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to produce executive summaries, investigative reports, briefing documents, and formal correspondence.
• Experience conducting quality assurance reviews, compliance audits, or performance evaluations.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities with strong pattern recognition skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multiple organizational levels and functional areas.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines while working independently.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, discretion, and sound judgment when handling sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal government agencies or regulatory organizations.
• Familiarity with aviation, transportation, law enforcement, inspections, investigations, or regulatory compliance programs.
• Experience with SQL, Python, R, or other analytical programming languages.
• Knowledge of data governan