Data Analyst

Role: Data Analyst

Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid)

Duration: Long term

Pay Rate: $55/hr on W2

Job Description

• Understand business context, data requirements, and communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.
• Analyze existing data architecture and flows to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Perform in-depth data analysis and validation across various data quality dimensions.
• Design, implement, and monitor data quality rules and metrics.
• Create DQ metadata and migrate the rules to production
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and validation procedures.
• Create process flows, reports, and presentations to document insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope, gather requirements, and support SDLC documentation.
• Maintain data dictionaries and metadata to ensure consistency and traceability.
• Identify, assess, and resolve data quality issues, escalating as needed.
• Utilize tools such as SQL, Excel, Visio, and JIRA to support analysis and reporting.
• Work in Agile environments to deliver iterative improvements and support continuous data quality initiatives.

Minimum Required Experience

• 3-5 years of relevant experience

Desired Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Proven experience as a Data Quality Analyst or Data Analyst.
• Strong SQL and analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong documentation skills is a must
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access), Visio, and JIRA.
• Experience with data warehousing concepts and relational databases.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and SDLC processes.