Junior Data Analyst /McLean, VA (Onsite)-6 months Contract

Junior Data AnalystLocation: McLean, VA (Onsite)Type: ContractSupport data transformation initiatives through analysis, testing, and structured delivery. The Role We're seeking a Junior Data Analyst to support a large-scale data transformation program for a financial services client. This role focuses on data mapping, profiling, validation, and testing, alongside documenting business requirements and supporting UAT. You'll work closely with data, technology, and business teams to ensure accurate and effective data migration from current to target state environments.What You'll DoMap data from current state to target state, ensuring accuracy and consistency across systemsPerform data profiling and compare datasets between source and target environmentsSupport data validation, testing activities, and execution of test plansWrite clear business requirements and user stories aligned to program objectivesCoordinate and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), tracking issues and resolutionsWhat We're Looking ForExperience with SQL and Python for data analysis and validationUnderstanding of data mapping, data profiling, and data transformation conceptsAbility to document requirements, user stories, and testing scenarios clearlyStrong attention to detail and ability to work with large datasetsWillingness and ability to work onsite in McLean, VA, five days per weekBonus Points For Exposure to financial services or regulated data environmentsExperience supporting data migration or transformation programsFamiliarity with UAT coordination and stakeholder communication