Big Data Analyst

Big Data Analyst

Location:

Herndon, VA or Springfield, VA | On-site Salary:

$130,000–$190,000 annually Clearance:

Active TS/SCI required; willingness and ability to obtain a CI polygraph About the Opportunity

Peak to Creek Precision Staffing is recruiting a

Big Data Analyst on behalf of our client

to evaluate complex datasets and deliver insights that support government decision-making. This direct-hire opportunity combines hands-on analysis with collaboration across software engineering and end-user teams. You’ll help improve analytical capabilities, identify data gaps, and shape the development of custom applications. What You’ll Do

Evaluate datasets and develop repeatable assessment methods to inform government decisions. Help shape data engineering approaches that improve analytical methods and application capabilities. Identify and document gaps in available data and analytical functionality. Partner with software engineers to define requirements, provide feedback, and validate technical implementations. Provide end-users with subject matter expertise on data, applications, and analytical questions. Communicate findings through documentation, presentations, and technical discussions. Required Qualifications

Current, active

TS/SCI clearance

and willingness and ability to obtain a

CI polygraph

. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; equivalent experience may substitute for a degree. 5+ years of experience

as a data analyst, data scientist, or in a similar role. Experience developing repeatable data evaluation processes and presenting findings to government stakeholders. In-depth knowledge of technical telemetry and telecommunications protocol data, including cellular and Wi-Fi datasets. Experience using

Python, SQL, Spark, PySpark, or comparable tools

for data analysis and processing. Experience collaborating with software engineers on custom applications and validating their implementation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to independently manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work

on-site in Herndon, VA or Springfield, VA

. Preferred Experience

Translating technical findings for broader audiences. Geospatial analysis, including Activity-Based Intelligence or Pattern of Life analysis. Developing, improving, and documenting analytical methodologies. Elasticsearch and Kibana. Customer-facing support and collaboration. GitLab and the software development lifecycle. Jupyter Notebooks or Apache Zeppelin. Working with intelligence analysts or special operations customers. Compensation and Client Benefits

Annual salary of

$130,000–$190,000

. Fully paid employee medical and dental insurance. Paid parental leave. 401(k) with employer matching. Vacation benefits that increase with tenure. Tuition reimbursement and professional development training. Employee referral bonuses. Complimentary refreshments and regularly provided meals. Interested? Apply through Peak to Creek Precision Staffing with your résumé for consideration.