Senior Data Analyst

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Chesterfield, VA

4d•$108,000 - $127,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring a Senior Data Analyst who will be responsible for transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. This role involves advanced data modeling, statistical analysis, and visualization to support organizational goals. The analyst will collaborate across departments to ensure data integrity, optimize reporting processes, and provide leadership in analytics initiatives. In this position you will: Collect, clean, and validate large datasets from multiple sources Collaborate with internal resources on data integrity and policies; ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards Develop and maintain dashboards, automated reports, and predictive models using business intelligence tools Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of analytics on business outcomes Guide strategic recommendations on program growth based on trends, regulatory requirements and industry insights Perform advanced statistical analyses and interpret trends leveraging a variety of sources to inform business strategies Work with internal resources, including data engineers, on data accuracy and timeliness Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define data requirements and deliver insights Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, guiding data-drive decision making and championing analytics best practices Regularly present findings to executive leadership in clear, actionable formats

Requirements

7+ years of experience in data analytics or business intelligence
Proficiency in SQL, Python/R, and expertise in data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
Strong knowledge of statistical modeling, predictive analytics, machine learning, and data warehousing
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills
Working knowledge of data warehouse solutions and ability to collaborate with data engineers
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to understand key concepts and communicate effectively with technical staff and business stakeholders
Ability to translate data into actionable business solutions
Ability to independently prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to explain complex data concepts to diverse audiences
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with cloud-based data platforms (Azure, AWS) and emerging AI technologies a plus

Responsibilities

Collect, clean, and validate large datasets from multiple sources
Collaborate with internal resources on data integrity and policies; ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards
Develop and maintain dashboards, automated reports, and predictive models using business intelligence tools
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of analytics on business outcomes
Guide strategic recommendations on program growth based on trends, regulatory requirements and industry insights
Perform advanced statistical analyses and interpret trends leveraging a variety of sources to inform business strategies
Work with internal resources, including data engineers, on data accuracy and timeliness
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define data requirements and deliver insights
Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, guiding data-drive decision making and championing analytics best practices
Regularly present findings to executive leadership in clear, actionable formats