Data Analyst

Bowhead is seeking a Data Analyst (DOCK) to support a client in the DC metropolitan area. The role leverages automated management information systems and online database services to capture, scan, populate, retrieve, and deliver data and status updates.

Key Responsibilities

• Build new analytics and reporting capabilities to support program evaluation and operations.
• Conduct data analyses and collaborate with the Program Manager to define the data needed, the methodological approach, and the overall design.
• Automate data collection from different sources, formats, and data quality conditions, then prepare datasets for analysis.
• Create requested business products to support efficient extraction, analysis, and delivery of large data sets.
• Engage clients in structured intake by discussing support needs and requirements, asking appropriate scoping questions, and managing the intake process.
• Use judgment and discretion when working with highly sensitive people data and related business issues.
• Build analytical tools that support data pipelines and deliver actionable insight into key business performance metrics, including operational efficiency and stakeholder data analysis.
• Develop, coordinate, modify, and maintain product-specific roadmaps and project plans as assigned, incorporating studies, analysis, analytics, and journeys.
• Conceptualize and generate automation that enables big data access and analysis.
• Monitor automation tools to ensure document analysis tools remain backed up and available to Program staff.
• Troubleshoot data issues impacting business operations and present solutions.
• Manipulate large data sets to identify trends and derive conclusions that inform strategic business decisions.
• Develop advanced machine learning algorithms and statistical methods, including regression, simulation, scenario analysis, modeling, clustering, decision trees, and neural networks.
• Apply knowledge of machine learning techniques such as clustering, decision tree learning, and artificial neural networks, including awareness of real-world advantages and drawbacks.
• Use advanced statistical techniques and concepts such as regression, distribution properties, and statistical tests with appropriate usage.
• Provide minimal DOC support when the Docketing Specialist, Docketing Analyst, and the Project Manager/SME are not available.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Science/Computer Science/Software Engineering/Business preferred, or another relevant combination of training and experience.
• Four (4+) years of work experience in data analysis, providing systems support and maintenance in an assigned product.
• Strong skills in the Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and outside contacts, including demonstrated oral and written communication skills; technical publications or conference presentation examples may be requested.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Must be able to obtain a clearance at the Public Trust (NAC) level.
• US Citizenship is required for this location.

Technologies

• Microsoft O365 Power Apps
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Work Location and Schedule

Location: Washington, DC (onsite)

Compensation

Rate: USD 60 - 70 per hour

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Ability to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a clearance at the Public Trust (NAC) level.
• US Citizenship is required at this location.