Junior Data Analyst

Junior Data Analyst

Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver. We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives.

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Ignite Digital is seeking a mission-driven Data Analyst to support a US Navy data analytics, cloud management, and IT modernization program in the Norfolk, VA area. This role directly contributes to advancing Naval digital transformation by enabling data-driven decisions, delivering actionable insights, and strengthening modern cloud-based environments.

Position Overview

The Data Analyst will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that enhance operational performance and inform key business and mission decisions. The ideal candidate thrives in analytical environments, communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences, and collaborates effectively with stakeholders to deliver high-value analytic solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect, cleanse, and validate data from diverse structured and unstructured sources.
• Analyze data using statistical techniques, data mining tools, and exploratory methods.
• Develop and maintain databases, data systems, and data pipelines as needed.
• Design and produce reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings.
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies; deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Partner closely with Navy program stakeholders to assess data needs and create tailored analytical solutions.
• Document data processes, workflows, and procedures for sustainability and compliance.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, consistency, and proper metadata management.
• Present analysis and conclusions to technical teams, program leadership, and non-technical audiences in a clear, concise manner.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in data analytics, data management, or statistical analysis.
• Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency with SQL, Excel, and modern data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Experience in statistical analysis (basic to intermediate) and data mining techniques.
• Hands-on experience with data cleansing, wrangling, profiling tools, and data quality management.
• Familiarity with metadata management, data modeling concepts, data dictionaries, and data catalogs.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or another related field.

Clearance:

• Active DoW SECRET security clearance required.

Salary: $80k+ to align with education and experience.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled