Data Analytics Consultant (W2 ONLY)

Seeking a Data Program Analyst / Business Analyst to support and coordinate data-related programs and deliverables across business, technical, and Data & Analytics teams. The role will focus on requirements gathering, Agile coordination, data analysis, UAT, stakeholder communication, data governance, and change management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with project leadership on project scope, timelines, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues related to Data Program activities.
• Conduct weekly project meetings and track status, action items, next steps, risks, and dependencies.
• Represent the Data Program in cross-functional meetings and manage communications with business, technical, and program stakeholders.
• Work with Data Product Owners on Agile processes, including Program Increments (PI), Sprint planning, prioritization, and tracking.
• Lead requirements gathering and documentation for data, reporting, and analytics deliverables.
• Perform data analysis to identify insights and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Support solution design and development activities by coordinating with technical and business teams.
• Develop and document UAT plans, acceptance criteria, test scenarios, and QA-related information.
• Lead UAT activities and coordinate with SMEs, Data & Analytics teams, and delivery teams to resolve issues.
• Develop change management and stakeholder communication plans to support adoption of new data and reporting solutions.
• Participate in solution design sessions with technical and business stakeholders.
• Ensure data deliverables are properly documented and comply with data governance standards and requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading data-related programs/projects, including requirements gathering, planning, and stakeholder management.
• Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum, Program Increments, and Sprint methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with UAT planning, acceptance criteria, and testing coordination.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with change management and adoption of data/reporting deliverables.
• Knowledge of data governance principles and practices.

Preferred:

• Experience with a Data & Analytics Center of Excellence (D&A CoE) or similar organization.
• Experience with Jira or Azure DevOps.
• Background in Business Analysis, Data Analysis, or Data Program/Project Management.
• Experience facilitating solution design sessions.
• Experience with Power BI or Tableau.

Technical Stack:
Agile/Scrum | PI Planning | Sprints | Jira | Azure DevOps | Requirements Gathering | Business Analysis | Data Analysis | UAT | QA/Testing | Acceptance Criteria | Data Governance | Power BI | Tableau | Change Management | Stakeholder Management | Microsoft Office Suite