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Data Visualization AssociateCompany Overview:

The Intelligence and Security Associates (ISA) is a Virginia-based SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. ISA is a proud V3-certified employer, with one in two ISA employees having served in the U.S. military. Additionally, ISA holds a General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract, and One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services + (OASIS+) Total Small Business Pool Contract Vehicle.

Originally founded as an education and training company, ISA continues a 20-plus-year tradition of providing value creation for our clients, delivering unique solutions tailored to their specific challenges across a broad range of national security issues and competencies.

Our highly qualified subject matter professionals, data and technical experts, and our seasoned senior leaders specialize in national security and intelligence delivery services for the Department of War (DoW), the Intelligence Community (IC), and other federal and commercial entities. Our extensive Program of Work includes broad areas of Mission Engineering & Systems Integration, Strategic Advantage & Warfighter Support, and Operational Enablers to federal government and commercial entities across the defense and national security sectors.

Job Description:

The Data Visualization Associate is responsible for a wide-range of routine-to-complex projects such as charts and graphs, written content, flow diagrams, infographics, presentation visuals, illustrations, publication design, cover designs, brochures, posters, and logos. Requirements include delivering on-brand concepts and designs within digital, print and other real-world mediums, ensuring that designs are implemented in full adherence to brand guidelines and under tight deadlines and fast-paced work environment. ISA seeks professionals inspired by new trends and emerging technologies.

Work Model:

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration. This position is primarily in-office at our Arlington, VA HQ or within a 50-mile radius at client sites, with limited telework availability, consistent with government and industry standards that support a more fulsome return to in-office culture. ISA supports our clients and provides a working environment that promotes professional development opportunities through peer engagement and face-to-face mentoring. The ability to meet across teams at the office and cross-pollinate information is critical to our success.

Responsibilities:

A Data Visualization Associate will have the ability to translate requirements from a creative brief into designs that effectively communicate the intended messages for our clients, while maintaining a strong visual style that integrates seamlessly within an overarching branding system. This role is responsible for performing, administering, and advising on work that ensures the quality of products across all ISA client projects, marketing initiatives, internal communications, and social media platforms. Key responsibilities include maintaining product quality throughout the product life cycle, monitoring operations to prevent defects and verify adherence to quality plans and requirements and analyzing adverse quality trends or conditions while initiating corrective actions as needed. The position requires strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of quality assurance principles and techniques, and knowledge of relevant product characteristics and development processes. Candidates must be able to collaborate closely with a dynamic team and demonstrate motivation to contribute to a growing company.

Duties:

• Conceptualize, design, and deliver data-driven visual solutions across a wide range of formats, including dashboards, reports, presentations, and digital media.
• Transform complex datasets into clear, compelling visualizations, infographics, and narratives that support decision-making and client objectives.
• Develop charts, graphs, and technical diagrams that effectively communicate insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develops original designs, concepts, and branding, while advising staff and leadership on the technical and artistic advantages or disadvantages of different layouts, type, and production methods
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret data requirements and translate them into impactful visual stories.
• Apply data storytelling principles to shape analyses into engaging, actionable insights.
• Maintain scalable and efficient production processes for visual assets, including templates, version control, and formatting standards.
• Ensure consistency in branding, messaging, and data presentation across all deliverables.
• Externally Focused Responsibilities (Corporate Support):
  • Develop data-driven content for marketing materials, blogs, newsletters, and outreach campaigns.
  • Support the creation of visually engaging content strategies, including social media campaigns that incorporate data insights.
  • Monitor and analyze website and social media performance metrics, translating findings into visual reports and recommendations.
  • Advise on visual communication strategies for events, presentations, and external engagements.
• Internally Focused Responsibilities (Client Delivery):
  • Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and develop data visualization products aligned with client goals.
  • Support communications strategies by integrating data insights into messaging, reports, and presentations.
  • Conduct audience and stakeholder analysis to tailor data visualizations and messaging effectively.
  • Participate in quality assurance processes, including review of data accuracy, visual clarity, and storytelling effectiveness.
  • Maintain and enhance internal visualization templates, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of, and skill in drafting, developing, and formatting documents through a variety of software platforms, such as:
  • Adobe Suite (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat Pro/DC, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, etc.), Canva, Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, etc.)
  • Proficiency in data visualization and design tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
  • Ability to clean, analyze, and interpret datasets to generate meaningful insights.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Canva for rapid visual content development.
• Teamwork:
  • Collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams, managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
  • Communicate clearly with stakeholders to ensure alignment on data insights and visualization outputs.
  • Provide responsive support and contribute to team objectives and strategic initiatives.
• Company Policies & Procedures:
  • Ensure adherence to data visualization best practices, QA/QC standards, and company style guidelines.
  • Maintain and update templates, style guides, and documentation related to data visualization and reporting.
• Organization:
  • Demonstrate strong attention to detail in data accuracy, formatting, and visual clarity.
  • Effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Deliver high-quality work within established timelines.

Other Duties:

Duties, responsibilities, and activities can change at any time based on position requirements. These changes will be communicated by your supervisor.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Associate: None

Clearance Required:

As a condition of employment, ISA employees are expected to have or be eligible for a Secret-level security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). Applicants must be able to submit documentation establishing U.S. Person status upon hiring. All ISA employees are required to uphold and maintain trustworthiness and suitability requirements of the U.S. federal government.

Experience Required:

Experience should include but is not limited to working knowledge of:

• Must have at least 5 years of experience. Experience and education can be combined to meet this requirement. 5+ years of experience in government/defense contracting preferred.
• Graphic design (5-7 years Preferred)
• Strong Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (5-7 years Preferred)
• Proficient in AI tools and U.S. Government systems, including NIPR GPT and GenAI.mil (Preferred)
• Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software applications such as CANVA, with a required emphasis on the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Power Point, Word, Access, etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, oral and written communication skills.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, law, information technology, or any other related field (Required). A master's degree in a related field is preferred.
• New graduates with relevant internship experience will work well in entry-level roles.
• For senior levels, relevant experience in a managerial position is an added advantage.

Certification:

Preferred certifications include data visualization and analytics credentials such as Tableau Certified Data Analyst, Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300), or similar (e.g., Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, Qlik Sense Business Analyst Certification, SAS Visual Business Analytics Certification, IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate).

Compensation:

At ISA, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include 401(k) matching, PTO, paid Federal holidays, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, FSA/HSA options, professional development opportunities, and work-life programs. Our annual review program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in ISA's full benefit program. Part-time employees that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting https://www.isallc.net/isahrdownloads.

Salary at ISA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The salary range for this position varies dependent on years of experience, relevant certifications and education. Salary is just one component of ISA's total compensation package for employees.

Starting Salary Ranges:

• Data Visualization Associate: $00.00

Anti-Discrimination Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.