Sierra7, Inc. is hiring: Data Analyst - Senior in McLean

Overview

Sierra7, Inc. is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to provide data analysis for financial reporting to the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Finance to support the phased roll-out of iFAMS across the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).

Position Responsibilities

• Obtain and analyze data using advanced computerized models and algorithms.
• Identify and extrapolate patterns in data using appropriate analytical methods.
• Translate mathematical findings into visualizations (charts, graphs, dashboards) for business audiences.
• Present analytical insights to project managers and stakeholders, influencing business model decisions.
• Support data profiling, cleansing, and validation for iFAMS data migration and quality improvement.
• Assist with business intelligence report development, validation, and documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams on iFAMS deployment tasks, including:
  • Data management and cleansing
  • Conversion and cut-over readiness
  • Test script development and defect tracking
  • Development of data-driven artifacts (e.g., reports, readiness assessments, strategy documents)
• Contribute to the development of training materials, reference guides, and stakeholder-facing content.
• Ensure all outputs meet 508 compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Strong, demonstrated data analysis skills with proficiency in data modeling and algorithmic extrapolation.
• Ability to create and interpret visual data representations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Pyramid Analytics (preferred).
• Knowledge of data validation, profiling, and cleansing best practices.
• Experience working with VA information systems and databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present findings to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams within large-scale federal projects.
• Experience with documentation tools and practices that support testing, reporting, and configuration validation.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust security clearance.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (required).
• Minimum 8 years of experience performing data analysis in support of IT or financial management programs.
• Previous Veterans Health Administration (VHA) experience.
• Prior experience supporting large federal deployments, especially within VA or other healthcare-related federal agencies.
• Exposure to business intelligence environments and large-scale data migration or transformation projects.

Why Join Sierra7?

Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of “serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• HSA (Health Savings Account)
• Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits
  • Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident
• 401K
• Legal Assistance
• Financial Wellness
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Federal Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• LinkedIn Learning Employee
• Referral Program

EEO

Sierra7 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Location: Reston, VA

Compensation: $67,020.00-$113,934.00

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