Senior Data Analyst

Strategic Data Systems; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Data Systems is seeking a Data Analyst to support the Dahlgren Naval Surface Warfare Center in Dahlgren, VA. The role entails data table design, data acquisition, system specifications, data validation and documentation, plus developing data interface and report specifications.

The candidate will interact with customers, provide problem resolution, and help design data models and online queries. A DoD Secret clearance is required and a strong background in data warehousing is essential.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
• High School Diploma and 6+ years of experience.
• Experience with data warehouse development and design.
• Knowledge of ERP, financial and HR systems for data warehousing.
• Strong SQL and data modeling skills.
• Experience with Cognos to create reports and dashboards.
• Ability to communicate with customers and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of government accounting (DOD accounting) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Systems development activities include data table/structure design, data acquisition, system specifications, data validation and documentation.
• Data Analyst support will also include development of data interface specifications, on-line query and report specifications, database load specifications, and data validation specifications.
• Customer support, including interfacing with customers, trouble shooting, product review and analysis and problem resolution.

Skills

SQL queries

Cognos Tool Suite

Data warehousing

Relational DBMS knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

DOD accounting knowledge

Active DoD Secret Clearance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cognos Tool Suite

Job description

Data Analyst

Dahlgren Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren, VA

Salary negotiable (Dependent on experience level) - Full Time with Benefits

Flexible Start-Date – Contingent on contract award

Responsibilities Include

• Systems development activities include data table/structure design, data acquisition, system specifications, data validation and documentation.
• Data Analyst support will also include development of data interface specifications, on-line query and report specifications, database load specifications, and data validation specifications.
• Customer support, including interfacing with customers, trouble shooting, product review and analysis and problem resolution.

To Qualify, You Will Need

• An Active DOD Secret Security Clearance
• High School Diploma and six (6) or more years of experience
• Experience with data warehouse development and design, data knowledge acquisition, legacy conversion specifications and design of data structures/load specifications, and knowledge of Working Capital Fund and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), financial, and human resources systems methods and strategies for data warehousing.
• The ability to apply analytical skills relating to database management and development
• Knowledge of relational database management systems and data warehousing
• Experience using Cognos Tool Suite to create reports and dashboards
• Skill in writing and analyzing structured query language (SQL) queries
• Experience with requirements developing definition and application designs in the form of logical data models, data interface specifications, on-line query and report specifications, structured query language (SQL), database performance loading specifications, and data validation specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing for required customer support and requirements gathering and validation
• Knowledge of analytical tools and evaluation techniques
• Knowledge of government accounting (highly desired: DOD Accounting)
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

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