Data Analyst

Description

The company wants a data analyst to support a government customer by reviewing systems for personally identifiable information, finding privacy gaps, spotting incorrect security practices, producing metric reports, and auditing large datasets.

The work centres on using analytical, technical and tooling skills to contain privacy incidents and give data-driven input to incident response plans.

This is a full-time role. The posting lists the employee type as regular and leaves travel requirements unstated.

Responsibilities

• Review large datasets for possible privacy breaches and unusual patterns in data access.
• Work with incident response staff and other teams to investigate privacy breach incidents and act on them.
• Analyse data and recommend steps that shape incident response strategy.
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports that show metrics and trends to stakeholders.
• Keep the team updated on new threats, technologies and trends in data privacy management.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph is required to start.
• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in computer science, data science or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python or SQL, or similar languages suited to fast data analysis.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills, and the ability to explain complex technical ideas to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with large datasets and data management systems, such as relational or NoSQL databases.
• Ability to work quickly under pressure and respond to situations with urgency and accuracy.
• Desired: Master's degree in cybersecurity risk management, computer science or a related field, plus 2 years of experience.
• Desired: Experience in a cloud environment such as AWS or similar systems.
• Desired: Experience reviewing server logs and using analytical tools, including AI, to detect incidents.
• Desired: Incident response certification such as EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), or an equivalent.
• Desired: Experience in formal modelling and in computational and social science.

Conditions

This position depends on funding and may not be filled right away. It reflects roles the company regularly has open, and applicants may be considered for other openings.

Salary depends on several factors, including location, government contract labour categories and wage rates, relevant prior experience, specific skills, education and certifications.

The proposed salary range is $86,600 - $181,800.

Benefits

• Flexible time off that lets you take the time you need.
• Access to learning resources for professional development.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education and time off benefits, with a broad set of options.