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# Junior Data Analyst

- **Company:** Ignite, LLC
- **Location:** Norfolk, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Profiling, Databases, Data Cleansing, Data Dictionary, Data Transformation, Data Mining, Data Systems, Data Visualization, Document-Oriented Databases, Meta-Data Management, Metadata Repositories, Power BI, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Management, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** July 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87876811/1

## About the Role

* 2+ years of experience in data analytics, data management, or statistical analysis.
 * Strong analytical reasoning and problemsolving skills.
 * Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
 * Proficiency with SQL, Excel, and modern data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
 * Experience in statistical analysis (basic to intermediate) and data mining techniques.
 * Handson experience with data cleansing, wrangling, profiling tools, and data quality management.
 * Familiarity with metadata management, data modeling concepts, data dictionaries, and data catalogs.

Education & Certifications:

 * Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or another related field.

Clearance:

 * Active DoW SECRET security clearance required.

## Description

The Data Analyst will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that enhance operational performance and inform key business and mission decisions. The ideal candidate thrives in analytical environments, communicates clearly with both technical and nontechnical audiences, and collaborates effectively with stakeholders to deliver highvalue analytic solutions., * Collect, cleanse, and validate data from diverse structured and unstructured sources.

 * Analyze data using statistical techniques, data mining tools, and exploratory methods.
 * Develop and maintain databases, data systems, and data pipelines as needed.
 * Design and produce reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings.
 * Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies; deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.
 * Partner closely with Navy program stakeholders to assess data needs and create tailored analytical solutions.
 * Document data processes, workflows, and procedures for sustainability and compliance.
 * Ensure data quality, accuracy, consistency, and proper metadata management.
 * Present analysis and conclusions to technical teams, program leadership, and nontechnical audiences in a clear, concise manner.


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