The Data Analyst Senior works with the client in developing and identifying areas within IRS where data obtained through IRS systems may be applied to support IRS compliance activities; help in discovering emerging trends in payment collections and taxpayer behaviors; Develop systemic solutions; Document analytical work and validate models for transfer to appropriate agency functions.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

• Meet with Government clients to understand their business needs, define research objectives, identify data sources, and develop analysis plans
• Apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills to proactively identify and develop solutions for clients’ business problems
• Conduct exploratory data analysis using large-scale Government data sources. Develop briefings and reports to communicate key findings to colleagues and Government clients
• Work with teams of data scientists to build pipelines for data engineering and machine learning
• Work with teams of software developers to build tools for data visualization and analysis
• Develop recommendations based on completed research and analysis and present these recommendations to government clients
• Demonstrate superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex analytical concepts to stakeholders with technical and non-technical backgrounds
• Takes ownership of tasks and develops high-quality work products with minimal supervision
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other quantitative field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of professional experience
• 5+ years of depth understanding of data constructs, basic statistical concepts, and analytical methods
• 5+ years of experience formulating data-driven recommendations
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment
• Public Trust Clearance is required.
• Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Experience with at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript)
• Experience with structured databases and query languages (e.g., PL/SQL, Postgres, MySQL)
• Familiarity with statistical programming languages such as SAS, R, or Stata is helpful, but not required
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to synthesize information from client and team needs into concrete, actionable work products and/or analytical plans
• Strong client and team interaction skills
• Critical thinker with excellent attention to detail

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional remote office environment.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.