Data Analyst, Senior AI Research Systems Support (Pending Contract Award) - SBG

Job Description

Senior Data Analyst - AI Research Systems Support

Location: Alexandria, VA (On-site, Remote)

Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence

Company: SBG Technology Solutions, Inc. (a DSS, Inc. company)

Job Status: Contingent Upon Contract Award

Overview

SBG is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to support artificial intelligence (AI), analytics, and data modernization initiatives within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Research and Development (ORD). This role supports enterprise AI activities focused on research portfolio analysis, operational reporting, AI-enabled analytics, and development of scalable data capabilities supporting research, policy, and operational decision-making.

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Key Responsibilities

• Support analytics and reporting activities associated with enterprise AI, research, and operational modernization initiatives.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, data visualizations, and operational analytics supporting leadership decision-making.
• Perform data extraction, transformation, analysis, validation, and reporting activities across multiple enterprise data sources.
• Support development and optimization of ETL workflows, reporting processes, and analytics activities.
• Conduct statistical programming, data analysis, and operational reporting activities supporting research and organizational priorities.
• Support AI-enabled analytics initiatives, including activities involving large language models (LLMs), retrieval workflows, and operational data analysis.
• Assist with development of scalable analytics workflows and rapid testing approaches to improve operational efficiency and reporting responsiveness.
• Support integration and analysis of data from research systems, operational platforms, databases, and cloud-based environments.
• Collaborate with technical and operational stakeholders to support AI pilots, analytics initiatives, and reporting priorities.
• Support data quality management, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Prepare summaries, presentations, dashboards, and executive-level reporting materials for technical and non-technical audiences.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be able to pass a Federal background check
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment

Required Skills

• Experience with SQL, Python, ETL processes, databases, and analytics/reporting environments.
• Experience developing dashboards, reports, data visualizations, or business intelligence solutions.
• Experience supporting cloud-based analytics, data warehouse, or data lake environments.
• Familiarity with AI/ML technologies, large language models (LLMs), or AI-enabled analytics workflows.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Experience supporting data quality management and validation activities.
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to executive and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain public trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting VA, VHA, federal healthcare, research, or enterprise analytics environments.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence and visualization platforms.
• Experience supporting AI-enabled analytics, retrieval workflows, or data-driven reporting solutions.
• Familiarity with REDCap, healthcare data systems, or research data environments.
• Experience supporting operational analytics, portfolio analysis, or reporting modernization initiatives.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
• Experience working in fast-paced, matrixed environments supporting multiple concurrent priorities.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and mature judgment in handling sensitive information.

Education

Required: Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, computer science, healthcare informatics, mathematics, public health, or a related field.

Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence

Desired: Master's degree in data science, statistics, computer science, healthcare informatics, mathematics, public health, or a related field.

Experience

Required: 8+ years of experience supporting data analytics, reporting, statistical programming, or enterprise data operations in a complex organization.

Desired: 12+ years of experience supporting data analytics, reporting, statistical programming, or enterprise data operations in a complex organization.

Physical Demands

• Standing: 10% per day
• Sitting: 70% per day
• Walking: 20% per day
• Stooping: 10% per day
• Lifting: Up to 10 lbs. unassisted, several times a day; if traveling, up to 50 lbs. unassisted (luggage, laptop, etc.)
• Computer Work: 75% per day
• Telephone Work: 10% per day
• Reading: 15% per day
• Travel: Unassisted up to ___% per year, via common carrier and/or personal automobile.