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Booz Allen Hamilton

Data Analyst, Mid

Huntsville, AL

$61K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As data analyst, you love diving into data and turning it into meaningful insights. With the ... As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Mid Data Analyst

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$61K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As data analyst, you love diving into data and turning it into meaningful insights. With the ... As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Data Analyst, Mid

Huntsville, AL · On-site +1

$61K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As data analyst, you love diving into data and turning it into meaningful insights. With the ... As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Data Analyst, Mid

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$61K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As data analyst, you love diving into data and turning it into meaningful insights. With the ... As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with ...

Guidehouse

Public Health Data Engineer

Huntsville, AL

$112K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Support cloud-based data environments and services in AWS and Azure. * Assist with the implementation of CI/CD processes and software development best practices using Git and related tools. * Monitor ...

DivIHN Integration Inc

HR Data Analyst

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Translate complex data into clear visualizations, summaries, and presentations. * Assist in drafting P&C updates, internal newsletters, and executive presentation decks. * Design infographics and one ...

Redhorse Corporation

Senior Data Architect

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed ...

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Redhorse Corporation

Senior Data Architect

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed ...

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Munich Re

Technical Architect - Data, Analytics & AI

Huntsville, AL · Hybrid

$63.25 - $81.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Key Responsibilities * Assist in the development of a multiyear Data, Analytics, and AI roadmap , aligned with the Munich Re Target Architecture and Roadmap Development Process, in collaboration with ...

FMS Aerospace

Quality Assurance Inspector

Huntsville, AL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Support reverse engineering efforts by creating or modifying 3D models from scan data. * Assist in developing models, drawings, and inspection aids based on physical components and scan results.

FMS Aerospace

Quality Assurance Inspector

Huntsville, AL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Support reverse engineering efforts by creating or modifying 3D models from scan data. * Assist in developing models, drawings, and inspection aids based on physical components and scan results.

FMS Aerospace

Quality Assurance Inspector

Huntsville, AL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Support reverse engineering efforts by creating or modifying 3D models from scan data. * Assist in developing models, drawings, and inspection aids based on physical components and scan results.

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What is a data assistant?

Data Assistants are professionals who support data management processes within an organization. Their responsibilities typically include collecting, entering, cleaning, and maintaining data to ensure its accuracy and accessibility. They often work with spreadsheets, databases, and specialized software to organize and analyze information, making it easier for teams to make data-driven decisions. Data Assistants may also help prepare reports and collaborate with other departments to support research or business operations.

What are some common challenges data assistants face when managing large datasets, and how can they overcome them?

Data Assistants often encounter challenges such as data inconsistencies, missing information, and time-consuming data entry tasks when handling large datasets. To overcome these issues, it’s important to develop strong attention to detail, utilize data validation tools, and follow established data management protocols. Collaborating closely with data analysts and IT teams can also help identify and resolve data quality problems more efficiently, ensuring that the information remains accurate and reliable for stakeholders.

What is the difference between Data Assistant vs Data Analyst?

AspectData AssistantData Analyst
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require basic certificationsBachelor's degree in data-related fields; certifications like Microsoft Excel or SQL are common
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, data entry centers, or remoteOffice environments, research firms, or corporate settings
Employer & Industry UsageAdministrative support in various industries, including healthcare, education, and retailData-driven decision making in finance, marketing, healthcare, and tech

While Data Assistants focus on data entry, organization, and basic support tasks, Data Analysts interpret data to provide insights and strategic recommendations. Both roles are essential but differ in complexity and scope.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data assistant, and why are they important?

To excel as a Data Assistant, you need strong attention to detail, proficiency in data entry, and a basic understanding of data management principles, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel, database platforms, and data visualization tools is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, reliability, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These abilities are vital for ensuring data accuracy, supporting efficient workflows, and facilitating informed decision-making within organizations.

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Data Management Specialist

NMR Consulting

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Position: Data Management Specialist

Location: Huntsville, AL

Clearance:  Active Clearance Required

*** Sign-on bonus of $5,000 for this position ***


Job Description:

The Data Management Specialist (DMS) is responsible for supporting a Missile Defense Agency (MDA) directorate to effectively manage their data and data sources. The DMS will work extensively with stakeholders to identify single sources of truth (authoritative data sources), establish relationships between other data sources, and integrate them into an organizational data model.  You may also develop data governance and policy and educate stakeholders to improve data literacy across the directorate. Overall, the DMS will assist the directorate in creating an environment that efficiently and effectively supports appropriate data access and robust reporting an analysis, which includes promoting high standards for data quality, identifying data gaps, and recommending best practices and solutions.  You will collaborate with Government customers, data owners, data stewards, developers, data scientists and other data services personnel to accomplish the overall goal of effective data management, analytics, and reporting. The DMS will promote a supportive environment and a cohesive team who freely shares information and documentation to execute outstanding customer support.


Responsibilities:

  • Support the customer in creating and executing an overarching data management strategy
  • Effectively and efficiently execute data management activities, such as:
    • Data quality assessment
    • Data process improvement
    • Data model development
    • Policy and governance development
    • Data integration strategy development
    • Access control
  • Advise MDA customers as their resident data management and data quality expert and actively improve data literacy
  • Escalate issues to scrum master, primary government customer, and/or NMR leadership as appropriate

Requirements:

  • Familiarity with common data capabilities and platforms such as SQL Server, SQL Analysis Services, Oracle, Azure, AWS, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, etc.
  • Ability to assess the quality of data and create processes to address quality issues
  • Experience executing efforts utilizing an Agile methodology and tools (i.e. Gitlab, JIRA, etc.)
  • Experience with data governance, data integration and data access
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite Tools
  • Must have a high level of interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully collaborate with team members and customers
  • Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) certification through DAMA is required within 6 months of hire date
  • Familiarity with data-centric programming languages such as SQL, PHP, and R is preferable
  • Familiarity with AI/ML capabilities preferable

                                       

NMR Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer (E0E) M/F/D/V