BI Analyst

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst with a minimum of 4 years of experience including experience working on government data projects. This role involves developing data-driven insights and delivering meaningful reporting solutions across complex hybrid data environments. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical knowledge analytical skill and an understanding of public sector data requirements.

This role is primarily remote with occasional on-site work in Washington DC required based on project needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and understand reporting requirements and translate them into BI solutions.

• Build and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Tableau Power BI and Business Objects (BOE).

• Analyze data from both modern cloud platforms and legacy systems to support operational and strategic decision-making.

• Validate and interpret data outputs ensuring accuracy consistency and clarity in all reporting deliverables.

• Leverage tools such as Databricks ETL Informatica and EFTU to analyze and source data for BI use.

• Ensure compliance with government data governance privacy standards and access controls using tools like Immuta and Informatica EDC/Axon.

• Support AI/ML-powered analytics through the Advanced Analytics Platform (AAP) where applicable.

• Collaborate with data engineers QA teams and developers to ensure end-to-end data quality and usability.

Technical Environment:

Cloud Platforms & Databases:

• AWS RDS (Postgres) AWS Redshift Databricks MongoDB DynamoDB AWS Aurora (in exploration)

ETL & Data Integration:

• Databricks ETL Informatica (on-prem) EFTU Informatica Metadata (EDC Axon)

Governance & Access Control:

• Immuta

Analytics & BI Tools:

• Advanced Analytics Platform (AAP) with AI/ML services

• Tableau Business Objects (BOE) Power BI Integration

Modeling & Development Tools:

• IBM Rational Suite IBM Data Architect

Legacy Systems:

• JCL COBOL for z/OS DB2

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Data Analytics Information Systems Computer Science or a related field.

• At least 4 years of experience in BI analysis including experience working on government data projects preferably for the IRS.

• Strong hands-on experience with Tableau Power BI or Business Objects (BOE).

• Working knowledge of relational and non-relational databases and cloud data environments.

• Solid understanding of data warehousing data modeling and reporting best practices.

• Familiarity with data governance and metadata management tools in government-regulated environments.

• Strong communication documentation and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Immuta for data access management or Informatica EDC/Axon for metadata governance.

• Exposure to AI/ML analytics tools or environments (such as AAP).

• Familiarity with mainframe data extraction from DB2 COBOL or JCL.

• Understanding of federal data security and compliance requirements (e.g. FISMA FedRAMP).

Work Environment:

• Remote-first with on-site customer engagement in Washington DC as needed. Must be in the Washington DC metro area.

• Collaborative cross-functional teams supporting high-impact government initiatives.

• Exposure to modern data and analytics tools alongside legacy modernization efforts.

Synectics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary and an impressive full benefits package that includes medical and dental 401k w/company matching company-paid life and short/long-term disability insurance and paid leave. We also provide an environment that supports everyones professional development and growth.

Required Experience:

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