Senior Data Analyst

Ignite Digital Federal Services; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Education stipends

Referral bonuses

Work with US federal government

Volunteer and community engagement

Growth opportunities

Supportive colleagues and management

Job summary

Ignite Digital in Chesapeake, VA, seeks an experienced Senior Data Analyst to lead advanced analytics for a US Navy data analytics, cloud management, and IT modernization program.

The role guides analytic strategy, develops high-impact data solutions, mentors junior analysts, and delivers trusted, actionable insights to Navy mission stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in data analysis or related fields.
• Expert-level proficiency in R or Python, SQL, and multiple visualization tools.
• Experience with statistical analysis, advanced modeling, and predictive analytics.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team guidance abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive audiences.
• Experience with data governance, data quality, and enterprise data management.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis projects from concept to delivery aligned with mission objectives.
• Design and implement scalable data analysis solutions for evolving needs.
• Build, maintain, and optimize data models, databases, and pipelines.
• Create advanced visualizations and analytic reports using Tableau/Power BI.
• Conduct complex statistical analyses and develop predictive models in R or Python.
• Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate analytics into Navy systems.
• Mentor junior analysts and share analytic techniques and best practices.
• Develop and maintain standards, procedures, and documentation for workflows.
• Ensure data product quality, accuracy, and governance compliance.
• Evaluate new analytics technologies and tools.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Data governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics

Tools

R

Python

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.

We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technologyexpertisewith the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies toaccomplishmissionobjectives.

Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world.

Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within.

Perks of Working at Ignite Digital:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Senior Data Analyst to lead advanced analytics efforts supporting a US Navy data analytics, cloud management, and IT modernization program. This position plays a critical role in guiding analytic strategy, developing highimpact data solutions, and shaping decisionready insights for Navy mission stakeholders.

Position Overview

The Senior Data Analyst provides strategic direction, technical expertise, and handson leadership across complex data initiatives. The role is responsible for designing analytic solutions, driving endtoend analysis projects, mentoring junior analysts, and ensuring that all data products meet rigorous quality, accuracy, and governance standards. The candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders, technical teams, and mission leadership to understand data needs and deliver trusted, actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead data analysis projects from concept through delivery, ensuring alignment with mission and program objectives.
• Design and implement scalable data analysis solutions to meet evolving business and operational needs.
• Build, maintain, and optimize data models, databases, and data pipelines.
• Create advanced visualizations, dashboards, and analytic reports using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Conduct complex statistical analysis and develop predictive models using R or Python.
• Present findings, insights, and recommendations clearly to executive leadership and senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate analytics solutions into Navy enterprise systems.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts; provide leadership on analytic techniques, tools, and best practices.
• Develop, refine, and maintain standards, procedures, and documentation for data analysis workflows.
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and governance compliance of all data products.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging analytics technologies, tools, and methodologies.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 7+ years of professional experience in data analysis, analytics engineering, or related disciplines.
• Expert-level proficiency in R or Python, SQL, and multiple visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
• Deep experience with statistical analysis, advanced modeling, and predictive analytics.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and teamguidance abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex analytics for executive audiences.
• Experience with data governance, data quality, and enterprise data management principles.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.

Security Clearance

• Active DoW SECRET clearance is required.

Salary: $100k+ to align with education and experience.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.

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