Data Scientist

About

Cherokee Preting is seeking a Data Scientist to support our government client. This position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Responsibilities

• Extract raw data from the CMS as Comma Separated Value (CSV) files for import into Excel, where contractor will scrub data for gaps and discrepancies.
• Collect user requirements from Sponsor employees and generate recommendations for updates and expansions of Sponsor system capabilities; the Sponsor Program Manager will review and prioritize the requirements prior to passage to Sponsor developers.
• Liaise with Sponsor developers to ensure they have an accurate understanding of Sponsor process and development requirements.
• Prepare business data metrics reports and infographics according to Sponsor requirements and shall monitor the effectiveness of the system reporting functions to make recommendations for improved capabilities.
• Evaluate the current Sponsor internal knowledge management practices, propose best practices, facilitate implementation, and monitor effectiveness and maintenance.
• Update and maintain system user documentation and training materials, as well as a set of business process maps using Business Process Mapping Notation.
• Identify and propose business process improvements and efficiencies, for both manual processes and those automated in the system, to Sponsor Program Manager.
• Perform new employee on-boarding process briefings, Sponsor system training, and provide guidance for all Sponsor employees on the use of the system and Sponsor case file management and documentation.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities

• Current TS/SCI with polygraph
• Demonstrated experience using Excel and Tableau to perform data analysis, to include writing formulas and basic coding to elevate analysis capabilities beyond the basic functionality of those platforms.
• Demonstrated experience creating insightful and focused infographics in Excel and Tableau that meet basic graphic design best practices
• Demonstrated experience crafting technical requirements and user stories for workflow application development
• Demonstrated experience clearly briefing, providing instruction, and creating reference materials for activities such as on boarding or user engagement.
• Demonstrated experience performing small-scope business process analysis to identify areas of opportunity for integration and efficiency.
• Demonstrated experience clearly drafting, defining, communicating, and implementing metrics-based and workforce-vetted process improvements.
• Demonstrated experience identifying, proposing, and facilitating the implementation of comprehensive and multi-modal knowledge management best practices.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information

Cherokee Preting (Preting) is part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses.

As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart.

To learn more about Preting, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.