Data Analyst (CLEARED)

Job Title: Data Analyst (CLEARED)

Location(s): Arlington, VA (Hybrid, candidates must live in the greater Washington, DC metro area)

Workplace: Hybrid

Clearance Required: MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE; an ACTIVE TOP SECRET is PREFERRED

Requisition Type: Pipeline – this is not a current opening but rather a talent pipeline for Data Scientists / Data Analyst of all levels with active clearances interested in supporting the U.S. Government. When new cleared Data Analyst positions become available, this talent community will be the first place our recruiters look to fill the roles. Candidates with profiles in this talent community can also expect to receive regular updates on relevant new job opportunities. Be sure to also apply to any relevant current funded/awarded openings, if available.

Position Overview:

The Data Analyst is responsible to analyze data to detect and prevent criminal activity. The key responsibilities include:

Analyze existing data structures and identify data migration requirements.

Ensure data integrity throughout the transformation process by designing and implementing data mapping strategies.

Develop and execute data migration plans, including data cleansing and transformation activities.

Communicate and Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data-related needs and provide insights to inform decision-making.

Additionally, create and maintain comprehensive documentation of data processes and workflows.

Requirements:

Data Collection and Cleaning

Database Management

Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)

BI / Data Visualization

Communication and Stakeholder Collaboration

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Experience

Clearance Required: Current Secret required

Must reside in the DC Metro area and be able to attend regularly scheduled in-person meetings

Required Educational Background:

Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., statistics, mathematics, operations research, engineering, or computer science) with 3-5+ years of relevant work experience.

Or, a Master’s Degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Statistical/Predictive Analysis

Domain Expertise (fraud) or management

AML and BSA experience

A Top Secret clearance is preferred.

Master Degree Highly preferred

About Elder Research, Inc

People Centered. Data Driven

Elder Research is a fast growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics. Being in the data mining business almost 30 years, we pride ourselves in our ability to find creative, cutting edge solutions to real-world problems. We work hard to provide the best value to our clients and allow each person to contribute their ideas and put their skills to use immediately.

Our team members are passionate, curious, life-long learners. We value humility, servant-leadership, teamwork, and integrity. We seek to serve our clients and our teammates to the best of our abilities. In keeping with our entrepreneurial spirit, we want candidates who are self-motivated with an innate curiosity and strong team work.

Elder Research believes in continuous learning and community - each week the entire company attends a “Tech Talk” and each office location provides lunch. Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies. By prioritizing a healthy work-life balance - with reasonable hours, solid pay, low travel, and extremely flexible time off - Elder Research enables and encourages its employees to serve others and enjoy their lives.

Elder Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Elder Research is a Government contractor and many of our positions require US Citizenship.