Data Analyst - CDME

Location: Reston, VA

Category: Technology  

Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time  

Travel Required: N/A 

Shift: Standard business hours 

Potential for Telework: Yes  

Clearance required to start: NONE

Clearance required: DHS EOD 

Citizenship: US Citizen (non-dual citizenship) with the ability to obtain DHS Suitability. 

MelkoTech is seeking a motivated, career, and customer-oriented Data Analyst to join our team in the Reston, VA area to provide unparalleled support to multiple federal agencies through the Continuous Diagnostics & Mitigation (CDM) Program. The CDM Program is a high-profile, high-visibility, cybersecurity modernization and risk management program where you can contribute innovative solutions and consult with multiple federal agencies to enhance their Information Assurance (IA) programs and continuous monitoring capabilities.

This position also requires developing analysis and reporting of Data, including identifying data gaps. The successful candidate will bring a consultative approach to data analysis in solving our clients’ cyber security problems, coupled with demonstrated experience designing and developing enterprise data solutions for Federal government clients. This is not a database administrator role, but a hands-on Data Analyst position.

Responsibilities:

· Review, Identify, Analyze data from multiple source Cyber Security tools at multiple agencies.

· Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports based on the customer needs.

· Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality

· Acquire data from primary and other data sources and maintain databases/data systems

· Run ad-hoc reports from source systems and work with Tool SMEs, integration developers in identifying data defects.

· Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets

· Analyze source data and types, identify data requirements for destination systems.

· Analyze, interpret, and report on data based on Data Dictionary & Logical Data Models guidance.

· Work with Agency and Agency representatives in resolving data quality, completeness, and accuracy issues.

· Locate and define new process improvement opportunities

· Ensure mapping of data elements provided by COTS products to the Logical Data Model

· Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

· Proven working experience with large Data set from multiple systems including machine data, cyber security tool data and other relevant data that is used within an enterprise for security posture.

· Proficient at querying data in MS/Azure SQL server and Elasticsearch/Kibana for data issues, gaps, and trend

· Writing reports and presenting findings

· Technical expertise regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques

· Strong knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (Business Objects etc), databases (SQL, MySql etc.), programming (XML, Javascript, or ETL frameworks)

· Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets (Excel, SPSS, SAS etc)

· Experience in translating derived requirements by analyzing Logical Data Models and Data Dictionary to provide data mapping from source systems.

· Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy

· Experience with collaborating with other roles, such as solution architects, data engineers, data scientists, AI engineers, database administrators, and developers.

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in Data Analytic work for mission critical systems within Fed/CIV, DOD, or Intel

· Minimum of 5 years of experience performing or assisting in the analysis of enterprise IT logs, data, and/or information preferably in Security Operations

· Experience collaborating with Federal clients to mature operational processes, reduce redundancies, and develop innovative solutions

· Experience understanding organizational needs, proposing solutions, and managing project execution efforts designed to deliver overall program benefits for Government Agencies

· Experience collaborating with US Government Agencies, state or local governments, or commercial entities to develop IT service program maturity in accordance with Federal IT mandates and best practices

· Experience in conducting assessments of an Enterprise by reviewing technical documentation, conducting interviews and workshops to identify gaps and develop a tailored solution is highly desired

· Demonstrated experience in security solution design using existing as well as emerging technologies to deliver enterprise solutions

· BS in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management or Statistics

Additional Skills:

· Excellent communication and relationship skills to articulate given analysis and build consensus among clients and technical stakeholders

· Demonstrated ability to present to senior leadership and client audiences

· Strong interpersonal and collaborations skills working in a team-oriented environment

· Ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple agencies simultaneously

· Microsoft Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

· Experience with JIRA and Agile development practices

· Certification: Security CE plus

Security/Clearance Requirements:

· Must be a US citizen and pass a background investigation

· Able to obtain and maintain a DHS Suitability/Entry on Duty (EOD) and agency clearances

· Active Secret or Top Secret clearance desired

Salary : $82,200 - $104,000