IT & Data Analyst: Dashboards, Automation & Insights

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking an Information Technology & Data Analyst to bridge data, technology, and policy. You will transform complex data into actionable insights and support IT systems, dashboards, and tools to enable informed decision-making across the organization.

You will analyze data, design IT solutions, and ensure data capture is accurate, secure, and compliant with policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience supporting enterprise IT systems and environments.
• Working knowledge of operating systems, networks, databases, and enterprise applications.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
• Hold an active Top Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Translate data findings into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Support decision-making through reporting, modeling, and visualization.
• Design and maintain interactive dashboards (e.g., Power BI or similar tools).
• Develop lightweight tools, scripts, or workflows to automate data processing and reporting.
• Improve existing systems and processes for efficiency, scalability, and usability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to support initiatives.

Skills

Python

Analytical thinking

Systems thinking

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL databases

APIs

Job description

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking an Information Technology & Data Analyst to bridge data, technology, and policy. You will transform complex data into actionable insights and support IT systems, dashboards, and tools to enable informed decision-making across the organization.

You will analyze data, design IT solutions, and ensure data capture is accurate, secure, and compliant with policies and regulations.