Data Analyst

Job description

About Niyam IT (Niyam) Founded in 2007 by a team of visionary consultants, Niyam IT was built on the belief that exceptional technology solutions are created through the perfect balance of disciplined processes, innovation, and passion. For nearly 20 years, we have been a trusted partner to the U.S. Federal Government, delivering mission-critical IT solutions that support Emergency Preparedness and Response, Civilian Agencies, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety organizations across the nation. At Niyam, excellence is more than a goal. It is embedded in everything we do. Our commitment to quality, security, and continuous improvement is demonstrated through our CMMI DEV Level 3 accreditation, ISO certifications (ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1, and ISO/IEC 27001), and active CMMC Level 2 certification. We are committed to fostering an exceptional workplace where employees are empowered to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. Niyam is proud to have been recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace for two consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for four consecutive years. These achievements reflect our unwavering commitment to cultivating a culture built on collaboration, excellence, innovation, and the success of our employees. Join Niyam and become part of a team where your talents help drive meaningful missions that serve and protect communities nationwide. What We Offer Flexible Work Hours: We understand that life extends beyond the traditional workday. Our flexible scheduling options empower you to balance your professional responsibilities while making time for what matters most. Remote Work Opportunities: Work where you perform best. Niyam embraces flexibility and offers remote work options that support productivity, collaboration, and work-life integration. Professional Growth & Development: At Niyam, you're not just taking a job, you're building a career. We invest in our employees through fully funded training, certifications, mentorship opportunities, and clear pathways for advancement. Exceptional People: Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. You'll work alongside talented, supportive, and mission-driven professionals who are passionate about making an impact and helping one another succeed. Innovative & Collaborative Culture: We foster an environment where creativity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and teamwork drives success. At Niyam, innovation and collaboration are part of our DNA. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We believe our greatest strength lies in our people. Diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are celebrated, creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best. Meaningful Work with Purpose: Join a team that supports critical federal missions and delivers innovative solutions that make a difference for government agencies and the communities they serve. Join us in creating a workplace where innovation, diversity, and well-being thrive. Your journey at Niyam awaits. Apply today! Niyam IT is seeking a Data Analyst to support a Radar Site and Spectrum Relocation Analysis Support program for a federal client that operates a nationwide network of weather radar (NEXRAD) facilities. This effort supports a broader federal initiative to repurpose spectrum for commercial licensed use, while ensuring the client agency retains its mission-critical weather forecasting capabilities. The Data Analyst will build and maintain the incumbent and spectrum databases that anchor the program's baseline analysis, structuring and quality-checking data used to classify site interference risk and support stay-versus-relocate decisions. This position is fully remote, with minimal, occasional travel as noted below. This position is associated with a proposal submission and is contingent upon contract award. Candidates selected through this process may be considered for employment should the contract be awarded to our organization. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Build and maintain the incumbent and spectrum database that underpins the program's database-first architecture, ensuring overlapping study areas are analyzed once and extended across the full NEXRAD network without rework. Ingest, normalize, and quality-control data from the Government-furnished spectrum dataset, FCC ULS, FAA facility/obstruction data, USGS 3DEP terrain, and commercial spectrum-intelligence sources. • Support terrain-informed propagation and interference analysis by structuring emitter, frequency, power, and antenna parameter data for engineering use. • Maintain the Clear / Watch / Flagged site risk classification data and document classification thresholds and methodology for Government concurrence. • Prepare batched, priority-tiered datasets (Urgent first) that feed the NEXRAD Site and Spectrum Baseline Report and drive physical site survey sequencing. • Develop reusable queries, validation checks, and automated data exports to support recurring reports, dashboards, and measurement result integration. • Reconcile measured frequency occupancy and interference results against predicted baseline values, flagging discrepancies for the spectrum engineering team. • Ensure all spectrum and site data is handled and documented in accordance with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) requirements, including source, date, method, and accuracy tracking. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS US Citizenship. Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree). 3+ years of data analysis experience, including data cleaning, integration, validation, and reporting across multiple sources. Proficiency with SQL and relational databases, plus a data analysis toolset such as Python (pandas) or R. Experience designing and maintaining structured datasets and documenting data lineage, quality, and metadata. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated attention to data accuracy and reproducibility. Working knowledge of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements. Ability to travel occasionally (minimal) to support program activities as needed. PREFERRED SKILLS Experience working with spectrum, RF, telecommunications, or radar-related datasets. Familiarity with geospatial data and spatial databases (e.g., PostGIS) or GIS platforms (e.g., Open-Source and Esri). Experience with data visualization and dashboard tools (e.g., Esri dashboards, Power BI, or comparable). Familiarity with open RF data standards (e.g., SigMF) or large machine-readable technical datasets. Prior experience supporting a federal agency with mission-critical infrastructure, spectrum, or scientific data programs. Why Join Niyam Award-Winning Culture: Proudly recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace for two consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for four consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to employee engagement, growth, and excellence. Meaningful Mission Impact: Join a small business trusted by federal agencies to deliver innovative solutions that support critical national missions. Drive Innovation: Play a key role in shaping the future of Niyam’s proprietary technology accelerators, including GeoCube®, SPHERE®, and RisQ®, which are used to solve complex challenges across the federal government. Accelerate Your Career: Benefit from a transparent career framework designed to support continuous learning, professional development, and advancement opportunities, including progression to Distinguished Engineer and other technical leadership roles. Collaborative, People-First Environment: Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about innovation, teamwork, and delivering exceptional results while supporting one another's success. Join Niyam and help us win the work that matters. Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. Niyam IT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.