Data Supply Chain Analyst

DescriptionA client with Kforce is seeking a Data Supply Chain Analyst to join their team.Summary:This role will focus on understanding, analyzing, and supporting third-party data flowing into the environment with particular emphasis on DTCC/DST data layouts, data exchanges, and processing within a broker/dealer environment. The ideal candidate will have direct, hands-on experience working with DTCC and/or DST-sourced data and be able to clearly articulate how they interacted with that data in a current or previous role. This could come from a data/technical background or from a strong broker/dealer operations background where the individual regularly worked with DTCC/DST data feeds, files, layouts, or downstream processes.This individual will bridge the gap between the business, operations, and technology teams by helping understand where third-party data originates, how it is received and processed, how it moves through the organization, and how it is ultimately consumed.Key Responsibilities:* Analyze and support third-party data received through DTCC, DST, and other external data providers* Understand DTCC/DST data layouts, file structures, exchanges, and processing flows* Trace data from external sources through internal processing and downstream business consumption* Work with business, broker/dealer operations, and technology teams to understand data requirements and operational workflows* Analyze incoming data to identify gaps, discrepancies, mapping issues, or processing problems* Document data flows, field mappings, business rules, data definitions, and upstream/downstream dependencies* Assist with data mapping and source-to-target analysis associated with third-party data* Partner with stakeholders to translate operational processes and business requirements into clear data requirements* Support investigation and root-cause analysis when data does not process or reconcile as expectedRequirements* Direct professional experience working with DTCC and/or DST data* Strong understanding of DTCC/DST data layouts, data exchange, feeds/files, and processing* Must be able to clearly explain how DTCC/DST data was used and processed in a current or previous role* Experience within broker/dealer, wealth management, financial services operations, or a closely related environment* Understanding of how third-party data moves between providers, financial institutions, operational systems, and downstream consumers* Experience performing data analysis, mapping, reconciliation, or researching data/process issues* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Ability to understand and document business rules, data definitions, data mappings, and operational workflows* Strong communication skills with the ability to work across both business/operations and technical teamsPreferred Qualifications:* Experience within broker/dealer operations, particularly in a function that regularly consumes or processes DTCC/DST data* Experience as a Data Analyst, Operations Analyst, Business/Data Analyst, Business Systems Analyst, or similar role* Experience with SQL and data querying/analysis* Experience with source-to-target mapping, data lineage, data profiling, or data reconciliation* Wealth management, retirement, brokerage, securities, or investment-industry experience* Experience supporting enterprise data modernization or data transformation programsJob TypeContractCompensation50 - $60