Lead Data Analyst

CACI; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Lead Data Analyst to support USFFC NFL II on-site at NSA Hampton Roads. You will bridge Navy logistics data and decision-making, building data pipelines, exploring datasets, and delivering executive dashboards using Databricks, Power BI, and Qlik Sense.

You will manipulate data in cloud environments, ensure data quality, and translate requirements into measurable KPIs for military leadership. A DoD Secret clearance is required to start.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required to start.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in a technical field (CS/DS/OR/Math).
• At least five years of professional data analytics or data science experience.
• Proficient in Python, SQL, and at least one additional language (R, Java, or C++).
• Hands-on experience with Power BI and Qlik Sense for dashboards.
• Experience with Databricks, PySpark, and cloud data environments.
• Experience using DoD War Data Platform (ADVANA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards and reports for leadership visibility.
• Perform exploratory data analysis and advanced analytics on large datasets.
• Transform DoD datasets into actionable insights and KPIs.
• Build and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines in Databricks and cloud repos.
• Collaborate with data engineers and stakeholders to ensure data quality and governance.

Skills

DoD clearance

Python

SQL

Databricks

Power BI

Qlik Sense

R

PySpark

Java

C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Data Science / OR / Mathematics

Tools

ADVANA

Databricks Platform

Job description

Job Title: Lead Data Analyst

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI has an immediate opening for a Data Analyst / Data Scientist supporting the United States Fleet Forces Command (USFFC) under the Naval Forces Logistics (NFL) II contract, on-site at the NSA Hampton Roads location. In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex Navy logistics operations and data‑driven decision‑making by working with large volumes of structured and unstructured operational data to build reliable data pipelines, conduct exploratory analysis, and deliver intuitive, executive‑ready dashboards. A key component of the position involves hands‑on data manipulation in modern cloud and enterprise data environments such as Databricks and ADVANA, transforming data into actionable insights using enterprise visualization platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Data Science & Advanced Analytics
• Analytics & Business Intelligence: Develop, maintain, and enhance interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI and Qlik Sense to provide clear operational and logistical visibility to military leadership.
• Conduct exploratory and statistical analysis against complex datasets to identify trends, operational bottlenecks, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Translate complex military logistics and operational requirements into functional analytics products and actionable KPIs.
• Data Engineering & Platform Integration
• Clean, wrangle, and organize complex datasets using SQL and Python (or PySpark) to support downstream reporting and analytical models.
• Build and streamline ETL/ELT pipelines and data models within Databricks and cloud data repositories.
• Ingest, transform, and integrate multi‑source DoD datasets across enterprise environments, specifically utilizing the War Data Platform (ADVANA).
• Collaborate with data engineers and operational stakeholders to ensure data accuracy, pipeline reliability, and adherence to data governance standards.

Qualifications:

• Required: Clearance: Current and active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Operations Research, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• Minimum Experience: In addition to the education requirements above, must have a minimum of five years of professional experience and be proficient with one or more programming languages (Java, C++, Python, R, etc.).
• Education Equivalency: As a substitute, ten years of industry experience in data science. Education equivalency experience is in addition to the minimum experience of the labor category.
• Enterprise BI & Visualization: Demonstrated hands‑on experience building production dashboards and semantic models in Power BI (including DAX and Power Query) and Qlik (Qlik Sense).
• Modern Data Platforms: Hands‑on experience working in Databricks (PySpark/Spark SQL) and managing data workflows in cloud/enterprise data environments.
• DoD War Data Platforms: Direct, proven experience utilizing the DoD War Data Platform (ADVANA) for data extraction, querying, and integration.
• Database & Querying Skills: Advanced SQL skills for writing complex joins, data aggregation, and query performance tuning.
• Programming: Proficiency in Python or R for data wrangling, automation, and statistical analysis.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation’s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benef