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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Data Analyst - Modernization - **Company:** U.S. Bank - **Location:** Minneapolis, MN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $98,175.0 - $115,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Python (Programming Language), SQL Databases, Data Analytics - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/47762004FEBF4ECC9222916DF8A3BEBF/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience * Typically more than six years of relevant professional experience in data analytics, technology enablement, risk management, compliance, audit, or related disciplines. * Experience with SQL and/or Python, workflow or visualization tools. Preferred Skills/Experience * Strong experience designing or implementing analytics, automation, or technology solutions in complex environments. * Strong understanding of financial services risk, compliance, or audit processes. * Advanced knowledge of business line operations, products, systems, and associated risks. * Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal guidance while collaborating effectively across teams. * Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills. * Proficient with Microsoft Power Platform. ## Description The Independent Risk Review and Assessment (IRRA) organization in Risk Management & Compliance (RM&C) serves as U.S. Bank's independent second line of defense, providing objective assessments of the effectiveness of the Bank's Risk Management framework across credit, compliance, and operational risks., The Independent Assessment and Modernization team within the IRRA Program Office is seeking a Lead Data Analyst to lead complex modernization and technology enablement initiatives in support of IRRA Reviews. This role serves as a senior individual contributor responsible for translating review needs into scalable technology solutions and for ensuring that AI-enabled and automated approaches meet IRRA standards for independence, quality, and defensibility. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy and is accountable for the quality, reliability, and effectiveness of modernization deliverables., * Lead the design and implementation of technology-enabled solutions that support IRRA review planning, execution, testing, and documentation. * Design and execute advanced analytical, automation, or AI-enabled approaches aligned to IRRA review objectives and governance standards. * Serve as a subject matter resource on modernization tools, platforms, and methodologies relevant to IRRA Reviews. * Partner closely with Review teams to translate review requirements into effective technical solutions. * Contribute to the development of IRRA's AI usage standards, controls, and documentation practices. * Identify recurring modernization needs and contribute to reusable tools, templates, and frameworks. * Provide guidance, coaching, and feedback to Data Analysts supporting modernization initiatives. * Proactively identify technology risks, limitations, and dependencies, and escalate appropriately. * Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, prioritizing work based on evolving organizational goals and risk priorities with limited direction. * Support continuous improvement efforts related to modernization governance, standardization, and efficiency across IRRA. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Detecting Money Laundering with AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/111-detecting-money-laundering-with-ai) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production)