IT Data Analyst

American Computer Services, Inc.
Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
5 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Data Analysis Profiling Information Systems Data Validation Data Infrastructure Data Mapping Data Systems Data Visualization Data Warehousing Relational Databases Issue Tracking Systems Power BI
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SQL Databases Technical Data Management Systems Cloud Platform System Information Technology Data Analytics Amazon Redshift

Job description

American Computer Services, Inc. is seeking a forward-thinking IT Data Analyst to join our team to deliver high-quality, scalable technical solutions for mission-critical workflows and support enterprise reporting and analytics initiatives by transforming business requirements into data-driven solutions.

In this role, you will perform data analysis, validation, testing, and requirements gathering activities. Working within a dynamic environment, you will bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution to ensure the delivery of reliable, high-impact data solutions.

The ideal candidate is a technical expert who excels at translating complex business requirements into robust technical data specifications. You possess strong experience in Data Mapping, Lineage Analysis, and Relationship Modeling across multiple enterprise data sources. You are adept at analyzing and profiling data to identify quality issues and inconsistencies, ensuring that reporting and analytical solutions deliver accurate business results.

Additionally, you are proficient in leveraging relational databases, cloud-based data platforms, and modern business intelligence tools to drive data quality and support comprehensive testing workflows., * Partner with business stakeholders to gather, document, and validate reporting and analytical requirements.

  • Translate business needs into technical data requirements and support solution design activities.
  • Analyze and profile data to identify quality issues, inconsistencies, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive data validation and testing procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of reporting solutions.
  • Perform detailed data mapping, lineage analysis, and relationship modeling across multiple data sources.
  • Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities, including issue tracking, root cause investigation, and resolution coordination.
  • Partner closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

  • Proven experience working with relational databases and data warehousing concepts.
  • Demonstrated expertise in SQL for data analysis, data validation, profiling, and troubleshooting.
  • Strong experience with Amazon Redshift or similar cloud-based data platforms.
  • Proficiency with Power BI or other enterprise business intelligence and visualization tools.
  • Demonstrated experience performing data mapping, lineage analysis, and relationship modeling across diverse data environments.
  • Proven track record of supporting data validation, data quality initiatives, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) execution.
  • Strong experience gathering, documenting, and translating business needs into technical data requirements and solution designs., * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision while remaining a highly collaborative team player.
  • High attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable data solutions., * Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

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