Junior IT Analyst

Job Title: Junior IT Analyst

Location: Remote or Washington, DC Area (based on final contract scope)

Clearance Required: Must be eligible for DHS Public Trust

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required

Client: Department of Homeland Security – Office of Homeland Security Statistics (OHSS)

Company: Oran Inc.

Position Overview:

Oran Inc. is seeking a Junior IT Analyst to support a federal client within the Department of Homeland Security. This entry-level position plays a critical support role in report automation, data integration, and web application efforts. The ideal candidate will work alongside senior analysts, developers, and stakeholders to modernize and automate existing workflows. This role requires a solid technical foundation, eagerness to learn, and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in gathering, analyzing, and documenting system requirements.

Support system impact analyses to contribute to modernization initiatives.

Participate in the development and automation of reports and dashboards.

Provide support throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Collaborate with developers and business analysts to maintain and enhance web applications and data pipelines.

Serve as a liaison between technical teams and stakeholders under guidance from senior staff.

Assist in data integration and platform migration tasks.

Support SQL query development and performance tuning in PostgreSQL environments.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

Substitution Clause: Additional relevant work experience may substitute for formal education at a rate of 2 years of experience per year of education.

At least 1 year of experience in an IT Analyst, Systems Analyst, or similar technical role (internship or academic project experience may be considered).

Foundational experience in:

Requirements gathering and documentation

Business process automation and basic system analysis

Report generation or automation tools

Exposure to the software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment.

Technical Skills:

Programming: Familiarity with Python and/or Java

Web Frameworks: Exposure to React, Angular, or similar front-end technologies

Database Experience:

Basic understanding of PostgreSQL

Knowledge of database modeling and SQL development

Interest or experience in performance tuning or data migration practices

Additional Requirements:

Must be eligible to obtain DHS Public Trust clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must complete DHS IT Security Awareness Training within 60 days of onboarding and annually thereafter

Work Environment:

Primarily remote, with potential for on-site work in Washington, DC, depending on final contract scope.