OPS Consulting is seeking an experienced Data Analyst - Level 2 to support our customer in Annapolis Junction, MD.

Description: The Data Analyst will perform data evaluations, analysis, define requirements, and create data customizations. Additional capabilities will include: 

• Analyze and define data requirements and specifications; Anticipate changes in data capacity; assess validity of source data. 
• Collect metrics and trending data; Perform sensitivity analysis.
• Read, interpret, write, modify, and execute simple scripts on Windows and UNIX; utilize different programing languages to write code, and to open, read and write files.
• Communicate written and verbal information in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
• Apply cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation).
• Develop data standards, policies, and procedures; conduct hypothesis testing using statistical processes.
• Document implementation of mathematical, data science, and/or computer science methods.
• Identify common encoding techniques; Assess predictive power and generalizability of a model.

Required Experience:

• Six (6) years of demonstrated experience as a data analyst in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Three (3) years of demonstrated experience in cybersecurity activities in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• A bachelor's degree in a related field. 
• Experience using Splunk is required with completed certifications being highly desirable.