Data Analyst I

2ndWave LLC is a management consulting firm supporting public sector clients with financial, business management, and technology challenges. The Data Analyst I will provide data management and analytical support by preparing datasets, conducting statistical analyses, developing reports and dashboards, maintaining data systems, and supporting government reporting and decision-making requirements.

What you'll do:

• Collect, clean, validate, and organize structured and semi-structured data from Government and industry data sources
• Perform statistical analysis and identify trends within available datasets
• Develop recurring reports, dashboards, visualizations, and other analytical products using Government-approved software
• Conduct data quality reviews and maintain documentation of data sources, business rules, assumptions, and methodologies
• Maintain databases, spreadsheets, repositories, and related data management systems
• Support recurring weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reporting requirements
• Prepare briefing materials, charts, graphics, tables, and written analytical summaries
• Coordinate with Government personnel to identify reporting requirements and analytical priorities
• Respond to internal and external data calls, surveys, and information requests
• Ensure all work complies with applicable Government data governance, privacy, and information security requirements

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Business, Computer Science, or a related field
• One to three years of experience in data analysis, data management, or a related analytical role
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated experience in data cleaning, validation, and documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present analytical findings clearly
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated Government background investigation; U.S. citizenship required
• Experience supporting federal government clients, preferably within the Department of Commerce or a trade- or manufacturing-related mission area
• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools or languages (e.g., R, Python, SQL)
• Experience responding to data calls and preparing executive-level briefing materials

Benefits:

• Professional development
• Credentialing
• Continuous improvement
• Bonuses for eligible positions
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Healthcare Savings Account