Program Analyst (Data Analyst)

Department of State Headquarters•Arlington, VA

About The Position

The Program Analyst (Data Analyst) works in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer within the Executive Director office of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security. The role analyzes program data using SQL, SAS, Power BI, Tableau, and similar tools to test hypotheses, predict outcomes, and inform decisions. It communicates findings and limitations through written and visual products that connect to the bureau’s mission and goals. The position also reviews laws and regulations and their changes for effects on program operations; monitors contractor performance against contractual requirements and program goals; reports risks and issues to a supervisor and recommends solutions; and reviews administrative processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements, including automation.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Must submit a Statement of Employment & Financial Interest before appointment.
Must meet federal time-in-grade requirements, including 52 weeks at the next lower grade where applicable.
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service, including experience analyzing program data and working across offices to evaluate effectiveness and present decision-informing findings; serving as a technical liaison with contractors and stakeholders to assess performance and compliance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions; and advising on data collection, validation, quality, and efficiency improvements or automation.
There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.

Responsibilities

Analyze program data using SQL, SAS, Power BI, Tableau, and similar tools to test hypotheses, predict outcomes, and inform decisions.
Present findings and their limitations in written and visual products tied to the bureau’s mission and goals.
Review laws and regulations, including changes, to assess their effects on program operations.
Track contractor performance against contract requirements and program goals.
Report risks and issues to the supervisor and recommend solutions.
Review administrative processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements, including automation.
Work across offices to evaluate program effectiveness and present findings that inform management decisions.
Serve as a technical liaison with contractors and stakeholders to assess performance, identify risks or compliance issues, and recommend corrective actions.
Advise on data collection, validation, and quality, and recommend process improvements or automation to make operations more efficient.