Data Analyst I - Data Visualization Specialist (REMOTE)

Koniag Professional Services LLC, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Data Analyst I-Data Visualization Specialist to support KPS and our government customer. The position is remote. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity .

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Government Services is seeking a Data Analyst I (Data Visualization Specialist) to join our team supporting the administration of federal discretionary grants. This dynamic role transforms complex grant management data into compelling visual stories through interactive dashboards, infographics, and data-driven presentations. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator who combines strong design sensibility with technical proficiency to inform decision-making and enable stakeholders to understand trends, patterns, and actionable insights. This position may be performed remotely from locations approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

The Data Analyst I (Data Visualization Specialist) will provide expert visualization and design services supporting federal grant management operations. This position transforms complex data into accessible visual narratives that support program oversight, leadership briefings, and congressional reporting. Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Design and develop interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, D3.js, and other tools to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences

• Translate complex data analysis into clear, accessible visual stories that highlight trends, patterns, and actionable insights for management meetings, conferences, leadership briefings, and congressional reporting

• Collaborate with federal staff, Data Analysts, Data Engineers, and program leadership to understand visualization needs, conduct user research, and iteratively improve data products through stakeholder engagement

• Design and maintain operational dashboards for grant management, including performance metrics, enrollment tracking, monitoring reviews, compliance tracking, budget visualizations, and application processing status displays

• Ensure all visualizations meet federal accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance) by applying universal design principles, implementing appropriate color schemes, and following federal branding guidelines

• Develop interactive visualizations using D3.js and web-based tools that integrate data from multiple federal systems, build automated reporting solutions, and leverage GIS/mapping tools for geographic visualizations

• Create templates, standardized visualization frameworks, style guides, and visualization libraries for consistency while producing ad-hoc visualizations for special projects and external communications

• Utilize Figma, Canva, and Google Data Studio for design and prototyping while developing custom visualizations using Python or R when needed

• Contribute to ongoing development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of national data systems

• Assist with leadership data requests and trend analyses, often ad hoc and on short notice, and participate in briefings as needed

• Develop data-informed documentation including reports, improvement suggestions, metrics, dashboards, and guidance to enhance operations

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Visualization, Information Design, Data Science, Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field from an accredited college or university

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant post-baccalaureate professional experience in data visualization

• U.S. Citizenship or legal work authorization to work in the United States

Security Requirement:

• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Proven experience translating complex data into visual stories through interactive dashboards for diverse audiences

• Strong design skills with demonstrated application of visualization principles, including Gestalt principles, responsive design, and accessibility standards

• Experience building data visualizations that adhere to accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance)

• Experience developing geospatial visualizations and maps to support service area analysis and grant distribution

• Experience creating accessible, intuitive dashboards and delivering them to end-users with clear documentation

• Exceptional communication skills to translate complex data into visual stories for diverse, both technical and non-technical, audiences

• Strong stakeholder collaboration skills and presentation development capabilities

• Proficiency with Tableau, Power BI, and D3.js

• Experience with GIS/Mapping tools (ArcGIS, QGIS)

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and web-collaboration tools

• Experience with design tools including Figma, Canva, and Google Data Studio

• Collaborative mindset with attention to detail, creative problem-solving abilities, and receptiveness to iterative feedback

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately, including PII and sensitive grant recipient data

• Willingness to complete mandatory training requirements and adhere to data protection protocols

• Completion of Conflict of Interest/Non-Disclosure Agreement (COI/NDA) prior to work performance

• Compliance with Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) requirements

• Willingness to travel within and outside the Region to conduct site visits, attend meetings, conferences, and training

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Experience working in a federal government grant management environment

• Knowledge of R visualization packages and Python visualization libraries

• Experience with Smartsheet workflow tracking solutions

• SQL database query experience

• HTML/CSS/JavaScript for web-based visualization development

• Experience with automated reporting solutions and scheduled data refreshes

• Familiarity with federal branding guidelines and reporting requirements

• Experience creating visualizations for congressional reporting and high-level briefings

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit

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