Data Analyst / Business Analyst 2026P-0402
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Ascension LLC is seeking a highly analytical and mission-driven Data Analyst / Business Analyst (Business Data Analyst III equivalent) to support federal strategic planning, performance management, and data-driven decision-making initiatives.
This role is critical to the success of the engagement, as the selected candidate will transform complex operational and program data into actionable insights that directly inform leadership decisions, performance tracking, and strategic execution. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented analytical professional with strong experience in KPI development, dashboard reporting, and translating raw data into executive-level insights.
The position is best suited for professionals with deep experience supporting government or enterprise programs where data informs policy, workforce planning, or operational strategy.
Summary of Contractor Role
The Data Analyst / Business Analyst will support federal program leadership by collecting, validating, analyzing, and interpreting operational and performance data across multiple program areas.
The role is responsible for building dashboards, defining performance metrics, supporting reporting cycles, and delivering data-driven insights that improve program efficiency and strategic alignment.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities (Action-Oriented)
- Collect and consolidate data from multiple internal and external sources
- Analyze performance metrics, operational trends, and program data sets
- Develop, maintain, and automate dashboards and KPI reporting tools
- Translate raw data into actionable insights and executive summaries
- Build recurring performance reports for leadership and stakeholders
- Identify trends, anomalies, risks, and opportunities in program data
- Support development of performance measurement frameworks and scorecards
- Conduct data validation and quality assurance checks for accuracy and consistency
- Prepare visual presentations, charts, and briefing materials for leadership reviews
- Collaborate with program managers and SMEs to define analytical requirements
- Support continuous improvement efforts through data-driven recommendations
- Maintain documentation for data sources, metrics definitions, and reporting logic
How to Apply
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| Job Category | Data Analysis and Analytics |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Business, Public Policy, Statistics, Information Systems, or related field. | Ability to interpret complex datasets and communicate findings clearly. | Experience supporting federal or large-scale enterprise programs preferred. | Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills. |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of 5+ years of experience in data analysis, performance reporting, or business analytics. |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, modeling). | Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent). |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting federal agencies or mission-driven government programs. | Familiarity with program management or strategic planning environments. | Experience with SharePoint-based reporting or data management systems. | Knowledge of data governance and data quality frameworks. | Experience with workflow automation or low-code analytics tools. | Ability to support executive-level briefings and stakeholder presentations. | Exposure to Agile or performance management frameworks. |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENT | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (or equivalent federal suitability determination). | Must be eligible for background investigation based on federal contract requirements. | Must be able to comply with federal data handling and privacy requirements. |