Overview

Kentro is hiring an experienced Senior-Level Data Analyst to support our Intel customer at the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). Data Analyst will provide advanced data analytics, predictive strategic planning, and visual analytics via an on-demand tasker. The individual is expected to work independently and directly for Intel finance customers in gathering requirements, architecting and constructing data pipelines, tracking deadlines and deliverables, and storyboarding narratives. Opportunities exist to work in tandem with other data scientists, and workstream leads in collaborative sessions, directly taking special assignment requests from the Director or Deputy Director of Mission Services (MS) and/or various offices under MS. The candidate will need to drive the development of data analysis, explore financial data, identify and catalog financial terminology and definition, develop repeatable canned reports and dynamic analytical dashboards for executive briefings, standardize data operating procedures, and facilitate making data-driven decisions within MS.

Location: On-site in Washington, D.C. (JBAB) or Reston, VA.

Salary Range: $180,000 - $190,000/annually. Factors influencing pay within this range include geography, market demand, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• Support the MS Senior Leaders with executive briefings that would explore different aspects in of MS including but not limited to logistics, security assessment, facility maintenance, academic training, financial budget forecasting, workforce analysis, performance measurement and business modernization.
• Providing advanced directorate-wide analysis on budget prioritization, total cost of ownership, lowest priority list, and employee skillset and talent management
• Support MS Strategy with recommendations for changes to processes and tools to include automation and artificial intelligence (AI)
• Gather key performance indicators (KPIs) and milestones for MS functional areas. Catalog data sources and document data dictionary. Design performance metrics that will be used to drive process improvement and data collection.
• Craft executive summary, provide Course of Action, conduct Analysis of Alternatives, recommend governance on data and policy, and provide dashboard support to various MS offices and functions
• Integrate and implement requirements communicated by senior leadership, mission owners for consistency with MS's dashboard/reporting efforts.
• Utilize iRMIS, myHR, Archibus, Service Central, Insight, Hindsight and other Agency Information System to perform quantitative and qualitative data analysis and strategic planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics or related fields
• 8+ Years in data analyst experience
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (INDEX MATCH, SUMPRODUCT, ARRAY formulas, pivot tables, dashboard design, etc.)
• Excellent slide building technique with MS PowerPoint
• Experience with process automation and implementing AI solutions for summarization and advanced analytics
• Proficient with data preparation tool such as Tableau Prep or Alteryx
• Knowledgeable with data integration, ETL processing, and change management
• Well-versed in Python or SQL other equivalent database/programming language
• Excellent storyboarding and providing narrative-driven executive briefing skills
• Able to work independently with minimum level instruction or supervision
• Superior project management skills
• Willing and able to work fully on-site for customer needs.

Preferred:

• Knowledgeable in cloud computing environment such as AWS or MS Azure
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Master's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics or related fields
• Experience in applying analytics best practices to data analytics and data visualization
• Proficient with visualization tool such as Tableau

Clearance Requirement:

• Must have an active TS/SCI at the time of hire, and willing/able to get CI Polygraph

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

How to Apply

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [redacted].

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