Big Data Analyst

We are currently seeking a Big Data Analyst to join our team.

This role will be performed in Herndon, Virginia and at the customer site in Springfield, VA.

You will have the opportunity to closely support our mission partners, and your work will have a direct impact on mission imperatives.

In this role, you will work closely with software developers, ETL engineers, Big Data SMEs, as well our infrastructure and cybersecurity teams leveraging open-source tools to create and maintain a diverse range of applications.

We are a multi-faceted software development and systems administration team working to build and maintain software applications backed by a self-managed cloud infrastructure with a true big-data footprint (over 20 petabytes). Our diverse background of experience in mission support and software development serves as a catalyst to solve unique and challenging intelligence problems in support of special operations analysts and their on-going activities.Prototyping and frequent, iterative feedback are core to our delivery approach, anchored by a need to work quickly in support of our missions.

• Responsible for performing and developing dataset evaluations and assessments to inform government decision making.
• Shaping data engineering approaches for analytic tradecraft improvements within our applications.
• Identifying and documenting gaps within our data corpus and analytical capabilities.
• Working hand-in-hand with software developers to field requirements and provide feedback as changes are implemented into an application.
• Working with end-users to provide SME support for various data or application questions and requests.

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI and be willing and able to obtain a CI polygraph.
• Bachelors degree in a relevant field. Equivalent years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• At least 5 years of experience as a data analyst, data scientist or similar.
• Experience formulating a repeatable process for data evaluations and communicating findings to government officials.
• In-depth knowledge of technical data types based on previous research and work with data sets of interest. Data types of interest include Technical Telemetry Data and other forms of telecommunication protocol data types, including cellular and wi-fi.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter with excellent time-management skills and the ability to independently manage multiple concurrent tasks.
• Must be experienced working in fast-paced environments.
• Experience working with Software Engineers to provide feedback and validate the technical implementation for custom applications.
• Experience working with a scripting language like Python, SQL, Spark, PySpark or similar.
• Must be able to work on-site in Herndon, VA, with the ability to work in Springfield, VA as needed.

What Would be Nice to Have

• Ability to translate technical conclusions and present them to a broader audience.
• Experience conducting geospatial analysis including Activity-Based Intelligence or Pattern of Life analysis.
• Experience applying, improving, and documenting innovative analytic methodologies and ensuring they remain up to date with the latest information.
• Experience with Elasticsearch/Kibana.
• Experience in a customer facing role.
• Familiarity with Gitlab and the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Experience working with Jupyter Notebooks or Apache Zepplin.
• Experience working with other intel analysts and/or special operations customers.

Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.

We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance.

GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

$150,000 - $250,000

Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.

We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance.

GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

$150,000 — $250,000 USD

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources.

We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries.

We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored.

Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed.

We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives.

That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.

A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.

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If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.