Data Analyst

SME Data Analyst – TS ClearedOne Round Interview / Faster Offers! Start in 3–4 Weeks SME Data Analyst – TS Cleared Location: Huntsville, AL (Redstone Arsenal – Onsite M–F, Core Hours) Clearance: Active Top Secret Required Employment Type: W2 Consultant (Kforce) Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and moreOverviewKforce is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Data Analyst to support a mission-critical federal program focused on transforming complex data into actionable intelligence and operational insights. This role is ideal for a highly experienced Data Analyst who can work independently with mission stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership to identify analytical requirements, perform exploratory data analysis, and develop meaningful reporting solutions. The selected candidate will be responsible for extracting, analyzing, validating, documenting, and visualizing data to support strategic and operational decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the lead data analysis SME supporting mission-critical business and technical initiativesCollaborate directly with stakeholders to gather, refine, and document data analysis requirementsPerform advanced Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) to identify trends, anomalies, relationships, and data quality issuesAnalyze large structured and semi-structured datasets using Python and SQLDevelop dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Power BITranslate business questions into analytical solutions and actionable recommendationsCreate and maintain data dictionaries, metadata, business rules, and technical documentationSupport data validation, cleansing, and quality assurance effortsPresent findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiencesManage source control and collaborate within development environments using GitLabWork independently across multiple projects while coordinating with data engineers, developers, and program leadershipDevelop repeatable analytical processes and best practicesIdentify opportunities to improve data collection, reporting, and operational performanceSupport Agile team activities and mission-focused initiativesRequired QualificationsActive Top Secret Clearance10+ years of experience supporting data analysis, business intelligence, or analytics initiativesStrong expertise with Python for data analysis and transformationAdvanced experience with SQL for querying and analyzing large datasetsExperience conducting Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)Experience developing dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BIExperience utilizing GitLab for source control and collaborationExperience creating and maintaining data documentation, metadata, and reporting artifactsDemonstrated ability to independently gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirementsStrong experience presenting analytical findings to stakeholders and leadershipStrong understanding of data quality, validation, and governance principlesExcellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skillsExperience working within Agile environmentsPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting FBI, DoD, Intelligence Community, or other federal programsExperience working with cloud-based data environments and AWS servicesExperience supporting enterprise data modernization initiativesExperience developing KPI, operational, and executive-level reportingFamiliarity with data modeling and database design conceptsExperience supporting large-scale data integration initiativesRelevant analytics, business intelligence, or cloud certificationsWork EnvironmentFully onsite at Redstone Arsenal – Huntsville, Alabama Monday–Friday during standard core business hours Secure facility requiring strict adherence to security requirements Fast-paced mission-focused environment Direct collaboration with leadership, operational stakeholders, developers, and data teamsWhy Join Kforce?As a W2 consultant with Kforce, you'll have access to a strong benefits package and ongoing support: Aetna Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan with investment options Competitive weekly pay Paid time off (where applicable) Dedicated recruiter and consultant care team support Opportunity to support high-visibility national security programs Exposure to modern analytics, reporting, and data-driven mission operations Impact This role provides the opportunity to influence mission-critical decisions through advanced analytics, data visualization, and actionable insights. Your expertise in Python, SQL, Power BI, GitLab, data documentation, and stakeholder engagement will directly support operational effectiveness and strategic decision-making across a high-priority federal program.