Senior Intelligence Data Analyst

Program Overview

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a Senior Intelligence Data Analyst to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) by transforming complex data into actionable intelligence that informs strategic and operational decision-making.

This role supports the CBP analytics and intelligence program in a high-security environment and requires strong analytical thinking, technical expertise, and the ability to communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has strong SQL and business intelligence experience and is skilled at identifying trends, assessing risks, and delivering insights that support mission outcomes.

Support will be provided across multiple mission locations:

• Ashburn, VA
• Sterling, VA
• Washington, D.C.

Key Responsibilities

Data Collection & Preparation

• Collect, aggregate, and cleanse structured and unstructured data from databases, systems, APIs, and other authorized sources.
• Validate data accuracy and integrity through quality checks and documentation.
• Transform and prepare datasets for analysis and reporting.

Analysis & Insight Generation

• Conduct trend, statistical, and diagnostic analyses to identify patterns, anomalies, and operational risks.
• Apply analytical models to support forecasting, performance measurement, and mission decision-making.
• Translate complex findings into clear, actionable insights.

Reporting & Visualization

• Develop dashboards and reports using Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, or similar tools.
• Create visualizations and briefings that communicate insights to leadership and operational teams.
• Automate recurring reports and analytics workflows where possible.

Collaboration & Mission Support

• Partner with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver tailored analytics solutions.
• Collaborate with data engineers and other analysts to ensure data accessibility and usability.
• Support ad-hoc analytical requests in a dynamic operational environment.

**Position is contingent upon contract award**

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA. 12 years with a HS diploma/equivalent can be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or related analytical roles.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience working with relational databases.
• Hands-on experience with data visualization and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent).
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with Python or R for analytical tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, solve problems systematically, and deliver accurate, high-quality analytical outputs in high-stakes environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief senior stakeholders.

Clearance Requirements

• Current and active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required CBP BI suitability.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Knowledge of statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and performance metrics development.
• Familiarity with big data environments (Spark, Hadoop) and ETL processes.
• Industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate, Tableau Desktop Specialist, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting DHS, CBP, or other federal agencies.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.