Data Analyst

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) within JOID provides technical, programmatic and analytical support to customers with missions in national security to include the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Group brings technical and operational expertise in fields of countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, nuclear non-proliferation, weapons deployment programs, and transportation safety. In addition to management and advisory services, CIG staff collaborate closely with our clients to provide high-quality modeling, simulation, software, and analytical products to meet the most demanding government standards and timelines.

We have an immediate need for a Data Analyst to provide support to DHS Customs and Border Protection (CBP) customers located in Washington, DC. This position allows for a hybrid work schedule.

The candidate will develop and apply analytic methodologies and principles, including data mining, text analytics, business intelligence, modeling data, and qualitative, quantitative, and data visualization in support of ongoing initiatives. Apply data analysis experience and assist in the application of analytic techniques and provide recommendations for objective and strategic direction. Assist in resolving complex problems which require in-depth knowledge of analytic methodologies and principles. Assist in analyzing program management and acquisition data and develop data visualizations and dashboards to facilitate management decisions. Design and develop materials, evaluating the effectiveness in accordance with stated Guidelines, Directives, Standard Operating Procedures, specifications, and models. Assist in conducting research, data gathering, and technical reviews. Produce written deliverables to include reports, spreadsheets, databases, formal processes, mapping, technical design, and system testing and implementation activities.

Required:

Ability to obtain and retain a CBP Background Investigation.
• Bachelors degree and 3+ years of experience in data analysis and visualization
• Experience developing and applying analytic methodologies and principles, including data mining, text analytics, business intelligence, modeling data, qualitative, quantitative, and data visualization, in support of ongoing initiatives.
• Have demonstrable data analysis experience, assist in the application of analytic techniques, and provide recommendations for objective and strategic direction.
• Experience with business applications and data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or similar.

Desired:

• Active DHS Suitability or CBP Background Investigation
• Experience providing similar support to DHS, with CBP experience highly preferred.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Salary transparency pay range for the Washington DC area: $105k-$125k