Junior Data Analyst

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Blue Water Thinking</strong></p> <p>Guided by our principles of value generation, continuous innovation, customer-centricity, and vested collaboration, Blue Water Thinking proudly supports our Federal clients in achieving their Agency goals.</p> <p>Founded by a decorated twenty-eight year Veteran of the United States Army, Blue Water Thinking understands and supports the mission of our Nation's war fighters, Veterans, their families and caretakers. </p> <p>Leveraging our executive team's military experience and private and public sector consulting expertise, Blue Water Thinking takes an integrated "one-team" approach and brings to bear best-fit solutions, thought leadership, and grit to meet our client's transformational needs.</p> <p>Fueled by our values of integrity, respect, professionalism, stewardship and customer service, the Blue Water Thinking team understands the power of the human connection, collaboration, humility and loyalty to one another, our clients and industry partners.</p> <p>Lastly, our formula for success is simple: Build something good, take care of our people, keep our clients satisfied, nurture our work ethic and reputation, build long-lasting partnerships, enjoy what we do and give back as much as possible.</p></div><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p> <p>Blue Water Thinking is seeking an experienced and dedicated <strong>Jr. Data Analyst</strong> to join our team, supporting the Integrated Healthcare Transformation (IHT) initiative. The primary responsibility of this role is to obtain and analyze data through advanced computerized models and algorithms to support data-driven decision-making for the Department of Veterans Affairs.</p> <p><strong>Primary Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extract and analyze data using advanced algorithms and models to identify trends and insights.</li> <li>Develop visualizations such as charts and graphs to effectively communicate complex data patterns.</li> <li>Present findings and recommendations to management on how data insights can influence operations and strategy.</li> <li>Support development and optimization of business models by identifying data-informed improvements.</li> <li>Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data needs and ensure analysis aligns with project objectives.</li> <li>Assist in preparing data-driven reports and presentations tailored to various technical and non-technical audiences.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Public Health, Business, or a related field.</li> <li>Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a data analyst or in a related analytical role.</li> <li>Proficiency in developing data visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Pyramid Analytics.</li> <li>Solid understanding of data modeling and trend analysis.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in interpreting and communicating data findings to a diverse audience.</li> <li>Familiarity with querying and analyzing large datasets using SQL or other data tools.</li> <li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience working with VA information systems and databases.</li> <li>Knowledge of healthcare data and terminology, particularly in the context of the VA.</li> <li>Exposure to statistical programming languages such as Python or R.</l