Visualization Lead - Clearance Required

Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading-edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry-leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision-support and remain ahead of ever-evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us. Job Description Cydecor is seeking a Visualization Lead to oversee the design, development, and governance of business intelligence (BI) dashboards and reporting solutions supporting Science & Technology (S&T) and defense mission analysis. This role focuses on transforming complex analytical data into clear, intuitive, and actionable visual products that support senior-level decision-making, with particular emphasis on impact analysis of S&T investments on military capabilities. Responsibilities include Lead the design, development, and governance of BI dashboards and reporting solutions Establish and enforce visualization standards and best practices across analytical products Design dashboards that clearly communicate insights while minimizing cognitive load for users Apply advanced data visualization principles and storytelling techniques to support strategic decision‑making Leverage pre‑attentive attributes such as color, size, shape, and position to guide user attention and improve comprehension Ensure dashboards are intuitive, user‑centric, and aligned with UX best practices Support impact analysis of S&T investments on military capabilities for DoW or Federal organizations Collaborate with analysts, data scientists, and stakeholders to translate analytical results into compelling visual narratives Review and refine visualization products to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency Document visualization standards, design decisions, and governance processes Here’s what you need Four (4) years of hands‑on experience designing, developing, and governing BI dashboards and reports Deep understanding of data visualization principles established by industry leaders, including: Edward Tufte (data‑ink ratio, minimizing chartjunk) Stephen Few (selecting appropriate chart types) Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic (storytelling with data) Experience applying pre‑attentive attributes to convey insights quickly and effectively Strong understanding of User Experience (UX) principles to ensure dashboards are intuitive, navigable, and decision‑focused Two (2) years of development experience supporting impact analysis of S&T investments on military capabilities in or for a Department of the Workforce (DoW) organization Bonus Points If You Have Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a quantitative field or a discipline with strong quantitative coursework Experience supporting Federal or defense‑focused analytics programs Experience briefing visualization products to senior government or military leadership Security Clearance Active Secret Clearance Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a quantitative field or a discipline with strong quantitative coursework; five (5) years of experience providing IT services to DoW may be substituted in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree. Work Schedule Hybrid Compensation and Benefits The projected compensation range for this position is $104,000-$157,000. There are numerous factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the role, work location, education/certifications, and a contract's Labor Categories. Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more. What We Believe We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment. 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