Junior Data Analyst New Fully Remote - Based in USA

Blue Water Thinking, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Water Thinking, LLC is seeking a Jr. Data Analyst to join the Integrated Healthcare Transformation initiative and support data-driven decision-making for the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The role emphasizes extracting and analyzing data, building models, and creating clear visualizations for complex patterns. The ideal candidate holds a BA/BS in a data-related field with 3+ years of experience, proficient in Power BI/Tableau/Pyramid Analytics, SQL, and capable of communicating insights

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Public Health, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a data analyst or in a related analytical role.
• Proficiency in developing data visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Pyramid Analytics.
• Solid understanding of data modeling and trend analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in interpreting and communicating data findings to a diverse audience.
• Familiarity with querying and analyzing large datasets using SQL or other data tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Extract and analyze data using advanced algorithms and models to identify trends and insights.
• Develop visualizations such as charts and graphs to effectively communicate complex data patterns.
• Present findings and recommendations to management on how data insights can influence operations and strategy.
• Support development and optimization of business models by identifying data-informed improvements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data needs and ensure analysis aligns with project objectives.
• Assist in preparing data-driven reports and presentations tailored to various technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Power BI

Tableau

Pyramid Analytics

SQL

Data Visualization

Data Modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL Server

Python

R

Job description

Guided by our principles of value generation, continuous innovation, customer-centricity, and vested collaboration, Blue Water Thinking proudly supports our Federal clients in achieving their Agency goals.

Founded by a decorated twenty-eight year Veteran of the United States Army, Blue Water Thinking understands and supports the mission of our Nation's war fighters, Veterans, their families and caretakers.

Leveraging our executive team's military experience and private and public sector consulting expertise, Blue Water Thinking takes an integrated "one-team" approach and brings to bear best-fit solutions, thought leadership, and grit to meet our client's transformational needs.

Fueled by our values of integrity, respect, professionalism, stewardship and customer service, the Blue Water Thinking team understands the power of the human connection, collaboration, humility and loyalty to one another, our clients and industry partners.

Lastly, our formula for success is simple: Build something good, take care of our people, keep our clients satisfied, nurture our work ethic and reputation, build long-lasting partnerships, enjoy what we do and give back as much as possible.

Job Description:

Blue Water Thinking is seeking an experienced and dedicated Jr. Data Analyst to join our team, supporting the Integrated Healthcare Transformation (IHT) initiative. The primary responsibility of this role is to obtain and analyze data through advanced computerized models and algorithms to support data-driven decision-making for the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Extract and analyze data using advanced algorithms and models to identify trends and insights.
• Develop visualizations such as charts and graphs to effectively communicate complex data patterns.
• Present findings and recommendations to management on how data insights can influence operations and strategy.
• Support development and optimization of business models by identifying data-informed improvements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data needs and ensure analysis aligns with project objectives.
• Assist in preparing data-driven reports and presentations tailored to various technical and non-technical audiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Public Health, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a data analyst or in a related analytical role.
• Proficiency in developing data visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Pyramid Analytics.
• Solid understanding of data modeling and trend analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in interpreting and communicating data findings to a diverse audience.
• Familiarity with querying and analyzing large datasets using SQL or other data tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with VA information systems and databases.
• Knowledge of healthcare data and terminology, particularly in the context of the VA.
• Exposure to statistical programming languages such as Python or R.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience supporting government or federal health IT projects.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role

Compensation:

Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, location, the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary range: $70,000-$100,000

Blue Water Thinking offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, federal holidays, and matching 401K plan.

Reasonable Accommodation for Applicants

Blue Water Thinking is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, or participate in the interview process, please contact Resource Management at [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be handled promptly and confidentially in accordance with applicable law.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity.

Blue Water Thinking is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in Blue Water Thinking’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.