Data Analyst (Power BI)

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst who is passionate about transforming data into actionable insights that drive decision-making and improve outcomes at the Department of Veterans Affairs. In this role, you will partner with technical and business stakeholders to analyze complex datasets, identify trends, and develop data-driven solutions, with Power BI serving as a primary visualization and reporting platform. You will play a key role in advancing analytics maturity by designing meaningful metrics, building scalable data models, and mentoring teammates on best practices in data analysis and visualization. This position offers the opportunity to solve real-world problems impacting Veterans by delivering high-quality analytics products with a strong focus on usability, accessibility, and security. Key Responsibilities • Analyze data from multiple enterprise systems (e.g., Jenkins, Jira, and other operational tools) to produce actionable insights, client-facing reports, and program performance metrics • Design, develop, and maintain analytic dashboards and reports using Microsoft Power BI, with an emphasis on data storytelling and user-centric design • Identify trends, anomalies, and risks in data; proactively recommend improvements to reporting, metrics, and analytic approaches • Collaborate with system administrators, change/configuration management teams, and stakeholders to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and a seamless user experience • Develop and maintain data models, queries, and transformations to support reliable and repeatable analytics • Ensure analytic solutions meet accessibility, security, and compliance requirements across browsers, platforms, databases, and devices • Mentor teammates on analytics best practices, Power BI development, and effective data visualization techniques • Support continuous improvement of analytics processes, tools, and standards across the organization Required Qualifications • 5+ years of experience as an application, systems, or data analyst delivering analytics, metrics, or risk reporting using COTS tools • 4+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Power BI, including data modeling, analytics, and dashboard/report development • Experience with Power BI Pro and Premium environments • Strong experience with SQL and data storage, retrieval, and analysis • Experience with an object-oriented programming language (e.g., Java, C++, or C#) • Knowledge of cybersecurity and risk management concepts as they relate to data and reporting • Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and deliver high-quality analytic results • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination, and eligibility to obtain a security clearance • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with 5+ years of professional experience (or 13 years of experience in lieu of a degree) Nice to Have • Experience in a data science, advanced analytics, or software development role • Experience with scripting or data analysis languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) • Experience with web application development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Java, or .NET) • Prior experience supporting or working within the Department of Veterans Affairs • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data insights to non-technical audiences