Project Analyst (Remote)

<p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">GovCIO is currently hiring for <span style="background-color: #fbeeb8;">Technical Analyst</span> to review data to ensure timely completion of objectives. This position will be fully remote within the United States.</span></p> <br><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br><br><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The <span style="background-color: #fbeeb8;">Technical Analyst</span> will work in a dynamic and learning-focused environment where client needs evolve quickly. The ideal candidate brings curiosity, strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a willingness to grow technical skills. Responsibilities include:</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Reviewing datasets to help verify accuracy, completeness, and alignment with business and analytical requirements.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Assisting in monitoring data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and system outputs to identify basic inconsistencies or anomalies.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Documenting data findings, observations, and issues while collaborating with engineering, development, and QA teams on resolutions.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Supporting requirements gathering by helping translate business needs into clear functional and technical tasks.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Contributing to data modernization and process improvement efforts with guidance from senior team members.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Maintaining project documentation, status updates, and metrics tracking.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Supporting root‑cause analysis efforts by gathering information and summarizing findings.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Participating in testing activities, including data validation, functional checks, and user acceptance testing.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Following established security, governance, and quality standards within federal guidelines.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Collaboration & Agile Delivery</strong></span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Working within Agile and iterative delivery frameworks such as SAFe, Lean Kanban, and DevSecOps, the Technical Analyst will:</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Participate in sprint ceremonies, backlog refinement, and daily stand-ups.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Assist in tracking risks, dependencies, action items, and issue logs.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Contribute ideas and observations to support continuous improvement.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Collaborate with product owners, developers, data engineers, and other stakeholders to support successful delivery.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> <br><strong>Qualifications</strong><br><br><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Bachelor’s degree in a technical, analytical, or related field, with 5+ years (or commensurate experience).</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Foundational understanding or coursework exposure to:</span><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Azure Data Lake</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Azure Databricks</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Azure Synapse Analytics</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Data Mesh or distributed data architecture concepts</span></li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and attention to detail.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Ability to learn new tools and technologies in a collaborative environment.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a remote team.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / Suitability clearance.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Exposure to or interest in working within a federal or civil agency environment (Veterans Affairs experience preferred but not required).</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><strong>Clearance Required:  </strong>Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><strong>Preferred Skills and Experience</strong></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Familiarity with Jira or other Agile work management tools.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Exposure to data quality concepts, metadata practices, or governance frameworks through coursework, internships, or projects.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;">Basic understanding of cloud concepts, ETL/ELT workflows, or software development lifecycle principles.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> <br><strong>Posted Salary Range</strong><br><br>USD $90,000.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr.

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