Senior Data Analyst (Top Secret Clearance Required)

Socket.dev; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clearing is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to support a high-profile government project and drive data-informed decision making. You will lead data work, translate insights into actionable strategies, and ensure data quality for mission-critical outcomes.

Based on-site in Arlington, VA, you will collaborate with technical experts and client stakeholders, manage multiple project lanes, mentor juniors, and develop dashboards and data visualizations using R, Python, SQL, and BI tools.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance (or active within past 2 years)
• Onsite work in Arlington, Virginia
• U.S. work authorization now and in the future without sponsorship
• Six or more years of professional experience in consulting or client-facing roles
• At least four years as a data analyst/scientist
• Proficiency in R, Python, SQL, and BI tools (Power BI, Qlik Sense, Tableau)
• Experience in Data Mining, Data Lakes, Warehousing, ML/AI preferred
• Strong communication skills to present data to non-technical audiences
• Preferred: PMP and/or Prosci Change Management certifications

Responsibilities

• Utilize data analysis to support client recommendations, strategic change initiatives, and process improvements
• Develop reports and presentations that integrate data, storytelling, and visuals to communicate insights
• Perform advanced coding in Google Sheets/Excel/R/Python/SQL with BI tools
• Analyze trends, clean and prepare datasets, ensure data quality via QA reviews
• Translate client objectives into data-centered strategies for non-technical audiences
• Design intelligent workflows using tools like Zapier and integrate LLM-powered processes
• Lead client meetings and manage project lanes
• Support junior team development and contribute to knowledge content

Skills

Top Secret clearance

R

Python

SQL

Power BI

Qlik Sense

Tableau

Strong communication skills

Education

Master's degree in a highly analytical field

Job description

Description

The Clearing is a management consulting firm that helps leaders identify underlying causes of organizational obstacles, resolve highly complex challenges, prioritize the fewest, most important initiatives to tackle regardless of conflicting needs, and make informed decisions in the context of an agreed-upon mission, vision, and strategy. We help create peak performance organizations through strategy, organizational development, leadership training, and change management. Our experienced consultants bring a powerful blend of analytic and creative skills from diverse fields, including change management, finance, engineering, communications, education, policy, design, and corporate leadership.

The Clearing is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical project within the Department of War. The Senior Data Analyst will work closely with technical subject-matter experts, project leaders, and client stakeholders to support organizational change, improve business outcomes, and ensure the successful adoption of collaboration and information-management tools. Qualified candidates must have a Top Secret security clearance (or one that’s been active within the past two years) and be willing to work on-site at the client location in Arlington, VA.

As a Senior Data Analyst at The Clearing, you will lead efforts to leverage complex data and translate insights into actionable strategies that drive client outcomes. You will improve client decision-making and processes through complex data insights, accuracy, and integrity. You will manage small- to medium-sized projects, guide teams, and ensure that client work meets or exceeds expectations. Your role will involve cultivating team members and clients by modeling The Clearing's core consulting approaches, mindsets, and behaviors. You\'ll take ownership of project financials, client satisfaction, and deliverables, playing a critical role in integrating scientific insights into consulting work.

What You’ll Do

• Utilize data analysis to support client recommendations, strategic change initiatives, and process improvements
• Develop compelling reports and presentations that effectively integrate data, storytelling, and visualizations (including dashboards, charts, and graphs) to communicate insights clearly
• Perform advanced coding in tools such as Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, R, Python, and SQL, with a working knowledge of BI tools like Power BI, Qlik Sense, and Tableau
• Analyze trends, clean and prepare datasets, and ensure data quality through extensive peer Quality Assurance (QA) reviews
• Translate client objectives into clear, data-centered strategies, using non-technical language
• Design and implement intelligent workflows and solutions using tools such as Zapier, Pickaxe, and Lovable, with a focus on integrating large language models (LLMs) into business processes and user-facing applications
• Develop trusted professional relationships with clients and manage client requirements and expectations
• Support business development efforts and expand project scopes by sharing insights on emerging trends and market developments; Pursue and secure follow-on or plus-up project work and coordinate capture activities for net-new growth
• Lead and facilitate client meetings
• Manage project lane(s)
• Support the professional development of junior team members
• Contribute to content development for TC’s Knowledge Base and Solution Kits
• Develop thought leadership materials showcasing your knowledge and application of TC's solutions
• Collaborate creatively with customer data sources and develop data visualizations
• Ensure data quality through extensive peer QA reviews, translating objectives into strategies

Requirements

• Active Top Secret clearance (or active within the past two years).
• Willingness and ability to work onsite in Arlington, Virginia
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship
• A master’s degree in a highly analytical field (e.g., STEM, social sciences, data analytics, or data science)
• Six (6)+ years of relevant professional experience in management consulting or a client-facing environment, with at least four (4) years as a data analyst or data scientist
• Proficiency in R, Python, SQL, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Qlik Sense, Tableau)
• Experience in Data Mining, Data Lakes, Warehousing, Machine Learning, and AI is preferred
• Strong communication skills to present complex data to non-technical audiences
• Preferred Skills/Experience: Experience in change management, strategic planning, or strategic communication; Program management or organizational design expertise; PMP and/or Prosci Change Management certification

Physical and Mental Requirements

While performing duties of this job, an employee may be required to perform any, or all of the following: attend meetings in and out of the office, travel (sometimes extensively); occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand; communicate effectively (both orally and in writing); ability to effectively use computers and other electronic and standard office equipment; and occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work is primarily sedentary, involving sitting for several hours at a time. Occasionally, tasks such as walking, climbing stairs, and standing are required in this role. Additionally, this job requires certain mental demands, including the ability to use sound judgment, withstand moderate stress, and maintain attention to detail. The Clearing is committed to partnering with all candidates and employees to ensure reasonable accommodations are made to meet these requirements.

Compensation

The projected annual salary range for this position is between $96,000.00 and $144,000.00. Actual compensation and starting salaries are determined based on various factors, including the candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications, and clearance level, as well as internal equity. Once at The Clearing, movement through pay bands is based on performance. Base annual salary is just one component of The Clearing’s total compensation philosophy and approach. Employees are eligible to participate in The Clearing's robust benefits programs, including our incentive compensation (bonus) programs. Please refer to our Careers Page online for a complete list of benefits.

EEO

The Clearing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.