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Data Analyst (Huntsville Alabama) At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team! Job Summary B&A is looking for a Data Analyst to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission with an Army project. This position requires employees to be located in the Huntsville, AL area in order to report to work on-site at Redstone. Responsibilities • Provide highly complex data mining, statistical analysis, trend analysis, and causal analysis. • Perform as a technical lead responsible for monitoring and providing monthly contract reports and deliverables. • Responsible for integrating multiple disciplines in an operations research team and translating applicable methods into language and application understandable by operational managers throughout the organization. • Review and provide quality control methods on products. • Prepare and update training materials to ensure newly assigned personnel gain an understanding of key analytic tools, procedures, and methodologies used. • Take structured and unstructured data and distill the information into a cohesive analytical product for a contracting functional business area audience. • Support pattern analysis methods to formulate recommendations to operational managers based upon exploiting patterns in the past, current, and anticipated operational environment. Education and Experience • 8+ years in a technical field • BA/BS in a relevant field is required. Required Skills • Must have a high proficiency in Power BI and have held a previous position as a Power BI Consultant. • Have experience advising senior DoD decision makers on methodologies, results, and conclusions from applied operations research. The primary tools used for research services include, but are not limited to, Logistics Management Program, Vantage, Virtual Contracting Enterprise, General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS), SAP Business Objects/Web Intelligence Reports, Microsoft SharePoint, Army-specific contract writing systems (Procurement Desktop Defense (PD2) and Procurement Automated Data and Document System (PADDS)), and various Government and Commercial business process automation systems. • Personnel should have strong data manipulation and problem-solving skills. • Must have strong technical skills in areas such as statistics, programming languages like R or Python, SQL (Structured Query Language), data visualization, and data cleaning and preparation • Have good communication skills and problem-solving ability. Security Clearance • Active Secret clearance is required. Physical & Work Environment Requirements Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation. • Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer. • Frequently operate standard office equipment, including computers and telephones. • Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, and email. • Occasionally move about the office and lift up to 20 pounds. • Ability to work the assigned schedule with regular and reliable attendance. • Ability to travel up to 10% as required. • This position requires full-time onsite work at the Redstone Arsenal facility located in Huntsville because the essential functions of the position require regular in-person collaboration, access to secure workspaces and systems, and support of onsite business operations. More About B&A: Notable Clients B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more. Benefits and Programs B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution. B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include: • The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more • A formal mentorship program • Job shadowing and cross training opportunities • Brand Ambassador program • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more • Monthly teambuilding events • B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award. EEO B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities. EEO is the Law B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.

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Data Analyst (Huntsville Alabama)
Provide highly complex data mining, statistical analysis, trend analysis, and causal analysis.
Perform as a technical lead responsible for monitoring and providing monthly contract reports and deliverables.
Responsible for integrating multiple disciplines in an operations research team and translating applicable methods into language and application understandable by operational managers throughout the organization.
Review and provide quality control methods on products.
Prepare and update training materials to ensure newly assigned personnel gain an understanding of key analytic tools, procedures, and methodologies used.
Take structured and unstructured data and distill the information into a cohesive analytical product for a contracting functional business area audience.
Support pattern analysis methods to formulate recommendations to operational managers based upon exploiting patterns in the past, current, and anticipated operational environment.
Education and Experience
8+ years in a technical field
BA/BS in a relevant field is required.
Must have a high proficiency in Power BI and have held a previous position as a Power BI Consultant.
Personnel should have strong data manipulation and problem-solving skills.
Must have strong technical skills in areas such as statistics, programming languages like R or Python, SQL (Structured Query Language), data visualization, and data cleaning and preparation
Have good communication skills and problem-solving ability.
Security Clearance
Active Secret clearance is required.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer.
Frequently operate standard office equipment, including computers and telephones.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, and email.
Occasionally move about the office and lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to work the assigned schedule with regular and reliable attendance.

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