Data Quality Analyst

Data Quality AnalystLocation: On-site, Patuxent River, MDCompensation: $89,501 - 127,186 per year, depending on experience and qualificationsEmployment Type: Full-TimeClearance Requirement: Active Secret clearance is required at time of hireTravel Requirement: Requires regular travel, estimated between 15–25% annually (includes onsite client visits)The Data Quality Analyst plays a critical role within the FGS Government Delivery team, responsible for improving the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of data integrated into Fortress's Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) platform supporting government programs. This position directly addresses data quality gaps across disparate government data sources by validating, standardizing, and enhancing metadata to ensure high-confidence operational outputs for mission-critical Navy programs. It is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented analyst looking to deepen their expertise in government data quality and supply chain risk management with direct exposure to federal clients and high-visibility programs. The role operates with moderate guidance and requires strong analytical judgment to navigate incomplete, inconsistent, and evolving data inputs.Responsibilities Include:Validate and reconcile metadata across multiple disparate government data sources to ensure accuracy and completeness within the C-SCRM platformIdentify, analyze, and resolve data anomalies and inconsistencies to improve overall data quality and reliabilityCollaborate with program stakeholders to define, create, and update required metadata supporting enterprise data standardsSupport the ingestion, normalization, and baselining of data sources into the C-SCRM toolExecute manual Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) implementation and validation processes within air-gapped environmentsDevelop and execute data validation workflows using Excel, Looker, and QA tools to monitor and improve data integrityWrite and execute queries or scripts to efficiently analyze datasets and detect quality issuesTrack, document, and manage data defects and remediation efforts using Jira and other tracking systemsParticipate in regular working sessions with government clients and internal teams to review data quality, resolve issues, and align on requirementsContinuously improve data quality processes, documentation, and validation techniques to support scalable operationsMinimum Qualifications:1–3 years of experience in data quality, cybersecurity, or related technical rolesActive Secret security clearance (required)Experience supporting mission-critical or high-visibility programs in a client-facing environmentStrong understanding of Navy systems and cybersecurity requirements within regulated environmentsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and validationExperience using data validation or QA tools to assess and improve data qualityExperience using Jira or similar ticketing systems to track defects and workflowsAbility to write queries or scripts to analyze and validate datasetsStrong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills with attention to detailAbility to execute independently with moderate guidanceEmployee Benefits:Remote and Hybrid working environmentCompetitive pay structureMedical, dental, vision plans with employees covered up to 90% with highly progressive options for dependents and familiesCompany paid life, short- and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k) matchFlexible Paid Time OffParental LeaveEmployment Perks:We provide each employee with professional growth opportunities through succession planning, up-skilling, and certificationsTuition and certification reimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramsCompany Sponsored EventsFortress is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.