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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Technology & Data Analyst - **Company:** The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC - **Location:** Laurel, MS, United States - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $245,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Governance, Data Structures, Data Visualization, Decision Support Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Internet Security, Python (Programming Language), Power BI, Tableau (Software), Unstructured Data, Data Processing, Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Servicenow - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/information-technology-data-analyst-laurel-md--20da7312-af57-4061-9852-9245e58982f5 ## About the Role You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... * Hold a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience) * Have experience supporting enterprise IT systems and environments * Have working knowledge of operating systems, networks, databases, and enterprise applications * Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Can communicate technical information effectively to non-technical audiences * Have a strong understanding of data structures, databases, and data workflows * Are able to interpret complex requirements or policies and translate them into technical or data-driven solutions * Have experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar * Hold a current Secret security clearance with the ability to acquire a Top Secret clearance within six months. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Experience with at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Python) * Strong technical analysis and systems thinking * Experience developing internal tools or automations * Knowledge of cloud platforms or modern data stacks * Attention to detail and disciplined documentation practices * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment * A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently * Familiarity with data governance, compliance, or regulatory-driven environments * Experience working in cross-functional or technical teams, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Applied Physics, Business Analysis, Business Operations, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Processing, Data Quality, Data Structures, Data Visualization Tools, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Enterprise Applications, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Leadership, Multitasking, Operating Systems, Operational Audit, Performance Analysis, Power BI, Privacy Regulations, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Dashboards, Risk, Risk Analysis, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Clearance, ServiceNow, Space Science, Structured Data, System Migration, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Tableau, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Technical Support, Testing, Trend Analysis, United States Citizen, Unstructured Data, Usability Engineering, User Documentation ## Description Do you enjoy solving complex problems at the intersection of technology and data to support mission-critical operations? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. Recognized as one of Computerworld's Top Places to Work in IT for seven consecutive years, APL is seeking an Information Technology & Data Analyst to support enterprise IT systems and leverage data to drive informed decision-making across the organization. This role serves as a critical bridge between business needs and technical solutions, ensuring systems are secure, reliable, and aligned with organizational and mission requirements. As a Information Technology & Data Analyst ... * Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities * Translate data findings into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders * Support decision-making through reporting, modeling, and visualization * Design and maintain interactive dashboards (e.g., Power BI or similar tools) * Develop lightweight tools, scripts, or workflows to automate data processing and reporting * Improve existing systems and processes for efficiency, scalability, and usability * Analyze business and operational requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions * Support the design, implementation, testing, maintenance, and monitoring of IT systems and applications * Monitor system performance and data quality; identify issues and recommend improvements * Interpret policies, requirements, and standards and translate them into data collection and reporting needs * Ensure data is captured accurately, consistently, and in compliance with cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory requirements * Participate in risk, change, and configuration management activities * Work with systems, databases, and APIs to extract and integrate data * Support system upgrades, migrations, and technology refresh efforts (e.g., ServiceNow GRC, MCN, HCSD, NEXTOPS) * Perform queue and task management activities for classified systems * Develop and maintain system documentation, procedures, and user guides * Collaborate with stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to support initiatives * Provide technical and data-related guidance to users and leadership ## Related Videos - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [JavaScript? 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