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Citizant is a leading provider of professional IT services to the U.S. government. We seek to address some of our country’s most pressing challenges in the areas of Agile application development, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, Product Management, and Program Management support services. We strive to hire only ethical, talented, passionate and committed “A Players” who already align with the company’s core values: Drive, Delivering Excellence, Reputation, Responsibility, and a Better Future. No matter how large we grow, Citizant will retain its collaborative, supportive, small-company culture, where successful team effort to address external and internal customer challenges is valued above all else.

Overview:
The Senior Program Analyst is responsible for developing, administering, and troubleshooting computer programming software that efficiently processes and secures large-scale data. This role involves data analysis, automation, and reporting, ensuring data integrity and security while supporting enterprise-wide statistical and operational initiatives. The analyst will also identify trends, develop automation scripts, and optimize data-driven decision-making processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Software Development & Administration: Design, implement, and maintain software solutions that process large datasets securely and efficiently.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Develop custom reports, dashboards, and analytics to extract insights and identify trends.
• Automation & Optimization: Develop scripts and automation tools to streamline repetitive tasks, improve data workflows, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Data Security & Governance: Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and data governance standards, implementing protective measures for sensitive information.
• Collaboration & Coordination: Work with data leaders, operational entities, and cross-functional teams to enhance data integration and sharing.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and recommend improvements to enhance data architecture and software solutions.

Experience & Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in software development, data analysis, automation, and IT operations.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Data Architecture: Designing and implementing data models, schemas, and pipelines for seamless integration.
  • Data Quality Analysis: Setting statistical data standards, performing audits, and improving data accuracy.
  • Master Data Management (MDM): Implementing metadata management and ensuring data integrity.
  • Data Catalog Development: Creating and managing a structured inventory of data assets.
  • Security & Privacy: Implementing privacy-preserving techniques and exploring synthetic data approaches.
  • Interagency Coordination: Managing relationships between statistical organizations and operational entities to enhance data governance.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Python, SQL, Java, or other programming languages.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
• Expertise in cloud-based data processing, security frameworks, and automation tools.
• Familiarity with privacy-preserving data techniques and regulatory compliance frameworks.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Clearance Requirements:

• Active Top-Secret clearance
• US Citizenship is Required

Citizant strives to be an employer of choice in the Washington metropolitan area. Citizant associates accept challenging and rewarding work and in return receive excellent compensation and benefits, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development. 

Citizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.