Strategic Analytics and Reporting Specialist

Supported Client/Agency: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Description
Chimera Enterprises is seeking and experienced Strategic Analytics and Reporting Specialist.  The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in data analysis, business analytics, and performance management for Federal or complex programs. The Strategic Analytics & Reporting Specialist will play a pivotal role in translating complex data into actionable insights for CISA International leadership. By designing and maintaining interactive dashboards and visualizations, the candidate will ensure senior decision-makers have clear, accurate data regarding international engagements, partnerships, and thematic priorities to drive strategic planning.
Mission
To enhance CISA International's operational effectiveness through rigorous data analysis and strategic reporting. This role ensures that programmatic data—including the volume, geographic focus, and outcomes of engagements—is seamlessly transformed into clear narratives and visual products, directly empowering senior leadership to make informed, data-driven decisions that advance CISA’s global mission.
Clearance Level Required: Top Secret / SCI
JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and maintain analytic dashboards, visualizations, and interactive reports that seamlessly integrate data on international engagements, partners, topics, and outcomes.
• Analyze program performance and activity trends, tracking the volume and type of engagements, geographic focus, and thematic priorities.
• Provide data-driven findings, actionable insights, and recommendations to CISA International leadership based on performance analytics.
• Support the Program Manager and policy analysts by producing summary charts, graphics, and analytic sections tailored for issue papers, executive briefings, and decision support products.
• Work proficiently with CISA’s data sources and tools (e.g., CRM, SharePoint, Microsoft Power Platform) to retrieve, transform, and present data effectively.
• Ensure all analytic products and visual representations meet CISA’s rigorous standards for accuracy, clarity, and suitability for senior decision-makers.

• Proven ability to translate complex data sets into clear, compelling stories and actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Proficiency with common analytics, database, and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms).
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities within complex, multi-stakeholder programs.
• Exceptional attention to detail in ensuring data accuracy and clarity in high-visibility reporting products.
• Experience handling sensitive data and operating within secure, classified data environments.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Data Analytics, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field (or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree).
• Experience: 4 to 8 years of relevant experience in data analysis, business analytics, or performance management for Federal or complex programs, ideally involving executive-level dashboarding and reporting.
• Clearance: Active Top Secret / SCI clearance required (or TS/SCI eligible) and the ability to handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Location: Primarily at the Government facility in Arlington, Virginia (NCR), with potential telework options as required by the agency.