Power BI Report Specialist

Lensa; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career site collaborates with GovCIO to seek a skilled Power BI Report Specialist who will lead the modernization of reporting platforms. Ideal candidates will demonstrate extensive experience in Power BI, SQL Server, and Azure Data Factory, focusing on delivering high-quality dashboards and reports in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in IT, focusing on reporting systems.
• Experience converting legacy reports into Power BI and managing SQL Server databases.

Responsibilities

• Lead conversion of internal dashboards to external formats.
• Collaborate with data engineers to manage Azure Data Factory pipelines.
• Ensure data access governance and support Power BI adoption.

Skills

Power BI

SQL Server

Azure Data Factory

Data Security

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Overview

GovCIO is currently seeking a highly skilled Power BI Report Specialist/SME with deep experience in modernizing reporting platforms, including converting legacy ATC reports into Power BI, managing Power BI Gateways, and working with Azure Data Factory and SQL Server technologies. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between data engineering and business reporting, delivering enterprise-grade dashboards and reports supported by a scalable, secure, and automated backend infrastructure. This position is fully remote, located in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conversion of internal, dynamic Power BI dashboards for exposure to external audiences, ensuring security, accuracy, interactivity, and user-friendly layouts.
• Develop and maintain data models and visualizations aligned with business logic, KPIs, and performance standards.
• Configure and administer Power BI Gateways (on-premises and enterprise) to support scheduled data refreshes from SQL Server and other sources.
• Collaborate with data engineers to design and manage Azure Data Factory pipelines and Self-Hosted Integration Runtimes (SHIR) to automate data ingestion and transformation workflows.
• Work directly with SQL Server databases to write, optimize, and troubleshoot queries, stored procedures, and views that feed Power BI datasets.
• Generate Ad-Hoc PBI Reports.
• Conduct PBI Training (Instructor-led Class Development, Delivery).
• Ensure governance of data access and security policies, including Row-Level Security (RLS) and workspace permission models.
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, define data strategies, and deliver meaningful reporting solutions that drive decision-making.
• Make recommendations for changes to software and hardware configurations that improve performance and capabilities provided by the current National Surveillance Tool (NST Reporting).
• Ensure smooth operations of NST Reporting through continuous monitoring and patching.
• Assist with performance tuning and report optimization to improve loading speed, usability, and scalability.
• Provide guidance and support to teams adopting Power BI, ensuring best practices in report design, modeling, and deployment.
• Perform upgrades as needed to incorporate new features and ensure elevated levels of security and support.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's with 12+ years (or commensurate experience)
• Proven experience designing and converting legacy or proprietary reports (e.g., ATC, SSRS) into Power BI.
• Strong knowledge of Power BI architecture, including Gateway configuration, DAX, Power Query (M), and publishing workflows.
• Proficiency in Azure Data Factory, especially pipeline creation, scheduling, and integration with SQL and cloud storage.
• Experience with SQL Server Services, including SQL Agent Jobs, Integration Services (SSIS), and relational database tuning.
• Familiarity with Self-Hosted Integration Runtime (SHIR) setup and maintenance for hybrid data environments.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Solid understanding of data security, access controls, and compliance standards in cloud and on-prem environments.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and produce high-quality documentation.

Clearance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust clearance

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers—people passionate about transforming government IT. We make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve government operations and citizen services.

We need great people to help us do great things. We are changing government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Posted Pay Range: The posted pay range reflects the expected range at the start of employment. The actual offered pay may vary based on factors like experience, skills, and internal equity. Total compensation may include other elements, discussed during hiring. Employee is at-will, and GovCIO reserves the right to modify salary and compensation at any time.

Posted Salary Range: USD $150,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.

Apply here: Apply for Power BI Report Specialist

Location: US-Remote

ID: 2025-6139

Category: Information Technology

Position Type: Full-Time

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting