Data Analyst

*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience* Job Title Data Analyst Location Albany, NY (Hybrid) Duration 18 months (with potential for extension) Estimated Start Date 10/01/2026 Hourly Rate (W2) $70 - $85/hr Application Deadline 7/15/26 Overview We are seeking a Data Analyst who will support our NYS client by collecting, analyzing, validating, and reporting data across multiple systems and project workstreams. This role will partner with business stakeholders and technical teams to improve data quality, develop actionable reporting and dashboards, and support system modernization, program management, and strategic decision‑making initiatives. Duties Collect, analyze, and interpret data from multiple sources to support business operations, program objectives, and strategic decision‑making. Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and data visualizations that communicate program performance, operational metrics, and actionable insights. Perform data profiling, validation, reconciliation, and quality assurance activities to ensure data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability. Analyze trends, patterns, and anomalies in complex datasets and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Collaborate with business users, project teams, and technical resources to gather and document reporting and analytical requirements. Develop and maintain data dictionaries, metadata, business rules, data definitions, calculations, and reporting documentation. Support data mapping, data conversion, and data validation activities for system implementations and modernization initiatives. Support user acceptance testing and validate reporting, dashboards, interfaces, and other data‑related functionality. Perform ad hoc analysis for project initiatives, audits, compliance reporting, and management requests. Partner with technical teams to identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies and reporting issues. Support data governance initiatives and adherence to organizational data standards, policies, and procedures. Assist with knowledge transfer and provide guidance to end users utilizing reports and analytics solutions. Identify and communicate data‑related risks, issues, dependencies, and impacts to project leadership. Mandatory Qualifications 3+ years of experience as a Data Analyst supporting business intelligence, reporting, data analysis, or analytics initiatives. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with demonstrated experience interpreting complex datasets. Proficiency with SQL and relational databases for querying, analyzing, and validating data. Experience developing reports, dashboards, and data visualizations using Power BI, Tableau, SSRS, or similar platforms. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including functions, pivot tables, and data analysis features. Experience with data profiling, data quality, data validation, and data governance practices. Experience gathering and documenting reporting and analytical requirements with business and technical stakeholders. Strong written, verbal, analytical, and presentation skills. Desirable Qualifications Experience supporting large New York State government consulting engagements. Experience supporting Human Services or Health and Human Services programs and initiatives. Experience supporting system implementation, data conversion, or modernization projects. Experience working within Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies. Educational & Certification Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. What We Offer Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure. Engagement with high‑profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change. Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration. A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning. Ready to Make a Difference We’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects. Equal Opportunity Employment Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cloud and Things