Director of Data Analytics

Stafford, VA, DC

Description

KSA Integrationis a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides business and management solutions through three core capabilities: (1) data science and analytics, (2) comprehensive veterans support, and (3) business process improvement. We are a rapidly growing government contractor that has built a reputation on focused customer service, on-time performance, and continuous improvement. To demonstrate this, KSA was awardedInc.magazine’s Best Workplaces for four consecutive years, a prestigious list of businesses recognized for value placed on company culture, standout worker benefits, and the prioritization of employee well-being. KSA also received a spot on the Best for Vets List byMilitary Timesin addition to winning the Department of Labor “Hire Vets” Platinum Medallion Award.

Company Benefits:In addition to a comprehensive compensation, benefits, and paid time off package, we offer employees a very flexible work environment and encourage work/life balance.

• Paid vacation accrued for hours worked

• Medical, Dental, Vision (82% of employee’s premium paid by company, 25% towards dependents)

• HSA / FSA Medical Plans

• PTO

• Flexible Work Environment and Encourage Work/Life Balance

• 401K with Company Match

• Observes all federal holidays

• Professional Development/Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Annual Career Development Process

Job Type:Full-time/Exempt

Location: Washington Metro Area with hybrid work options

Position Title:Data Science and Analytics Portfolio Manager "Director of Data Analytics"

Position Summary:

Seeking a dynamic leader with proven experience as a data science/analytics/operations research technical expert, team leader of analysts delivering on complex projects, proficient in project management and team growth, and demonstrated results in business development.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• A senior leadership position leading a division within the company. Directly report to the CEO and a member of the senior leadership team.

• Consistent year-over-year revenue and profit growth for the data science vertical through deliberate prospecting, capture activities, and federal government contracting proposal contribution to achieve corporate growth targets.

• Executes capture plans to increase the probability of win.

• Develops technical and management strategies and oversees multiple complex technical projects.

• Manages budgets, meets contractual and project deadlines, and oversees multiple teams of various sizes.

• Manages client delivery relationships to assess performance and provides overall technical and management data science subject matter expertise associated with the contracts.

• Assures quality of data science program products, services, and deliverables, including participating in reviews and audits.

Supervisory Responsibilities:This position has direct supervisory responsibilities including:

• Performs overall contract financial oversight to include labor utilization, estimates at completion, revenue, and maintains profit and loss responsibility.

• Liaison between onsite client delivery teams and corporate departments including HR, Finance, Contracts, Talent Acquisition, and others.

• Oversees a diverse and fluid portfolio of projects and staff.

• Tracks team member hours vs programmed hours in timekeeping system, Unanet.

• Monitors planned vs actual hours for responsible projects; identifies and corrects deviations from planned hours.

• Monitors team travel plans and reviews and approves travel claims ensuring compliance with company and client regulations.

• Completes team member performance evaluations and provides leadership for junior colleagues.

• Provides first line quality review for deliverables.

• Alerts HR to emerging HR and recruitment-related issues.

• Plan task kickoffs, both internal and with prime.

• Assist other related tasks with kickoff planning and transitions.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be a US citizen.

• Holds or has recently held DHS Suitability is preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in:

• Maintaining and improving existing codebases.

• Developing, testing, and implementing software systems including complex predictive models.

• Analyzing, debugging, and testing software / complex predictive models.

• Developing, coding, and validating machine learning algorithms.

• Building, coding, and maintaining statistical modeling tools.

• Building and maintaining data visualizations / analytic outputs to include knowledge of BI tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, and Qlik.

• Experience with federal government contracting.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite software.

• Excellent interpersonal, counseling, and negotiation skills.

• Strong presentation skills.

• Strong verbal/written communication, analytical and critical thinking skills.

Education and Experience:

· 10+ years data science/ operations research experience. 10+ years of leadership experience in government contracting industry.

· Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Systems Engineering, Data Science, Operations Research, or related field required; Master’s degree desired.

· Experience building data visualization using tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, and Qlik.

KSA Integration is an equal opportunity employer.