Data Analyst II

This is a hybrid role, requiring in-person attendance at our Reston, Virginia HQ each Tuesday and Thursday, and remote option each Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

PIR is seeking a skilled Data Analyst with a strong focus on report writing and data storytelling to join our data analytics department. In this role, you will analyze complex data sets, translate findings into actionable insights, and deliver clear, concise, and visually appealing reports that inform business decisions. You will play a key role in communicating data trends, patterns, and performance metrics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders across the organization. This role will primarily support projects related to our NetBeacon Institute, which is focused on creating a safer Internet for everyone through two flagship products: NetBeacon Reporter and NetBeacon Measurement & Analytics Platform (MAP).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Report Creation & Analysis: Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive reports and dashboards to communicate key business metrics, trends, and insights.
• Data Interpretation: Analyze large datasets, identifying patterns, outliers, and trends, and write reports that clearly explain data findings and their implications for the business.
• Data Storytelling: Translate complex data into easily understandable narratives that provide actionable insights and guide strategic decisions. Use storytelling techniques to present data findings that resonate with a variety of audiences.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business units to understand reporting needs and deliver customized reports that support business goals and objectives.
• Report Automation: Develop automated reporting processes to ensure timely delivery of routine reports, optimizing efficiency and reducing manual work.
• Presentation & Communication: Present analytical findings in a clear and engaging manner through written reports, presentations, and meetings with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Quality Assurance: Review and validate data to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of reports and insights.
• Other duties and tasks as requested.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Position works under general supervision from the Senior Director Data Analytics. Position will receive technical guidance from senior members of the Data Analytics Department and overall Technology Department.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, Information Technology, Analytics, Mathematics or another related field and certification or post-undergraduate degree in data analytics or similar field preferred.
• Communication skills and the ability to present analysis, clearly and concisely, to team members who may not have an analytics background.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in SQL and data querying.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas, etc.).
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.
• Working knowledge of data analysis techniques and statistical methods.
• Writing & Communication: Proficient writing and communication skills with the ability to craft clear, concise, and engaging reports and presentations.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and the ability to ensure the accuracy and clarity of written reports.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and approach data analysis with a problem-solving mindset.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with various stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Data Visualization: Ability to create sophisticated, interactive dashboards that provide insights.
• Domain Name Industry or Cybersecurity Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Independent thinker and analytical problem solver who demonstrates ability and willingness to investigate complex business problems in detail, diagnose, and provide effective, efficient, and creative alternatives while maintaining strong stewardship of confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Business Acumen: Quick to understand business operations and requirements, proactively knowing potential gaps & suggesting alternatives. Understanding how data insights can drive strategic decision-making, and innate ability to quickly & effectively prioritize to optimize use of resources.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate complex problems and issues in a concise manner (written & oral including presentations) to a variety of audiences (internal customers, third parties, peers, and upper management) as well as excellent listening and comprehension skills.
• Ethics: Treats people with respect, keeps commitments, inspires the trust of others, works with integrity and ethically and upholds company values.
• Teamwork: Works well & collaborates among a team of IT and business partners to effectively and efficiently accomplish established goals while willing to share successes always putting the team’s interest first. Adapts to needs – sometimes part of a team, other times works independently.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Ability to access information using a computer for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Requires sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time.
• Requires mobility within the office.

Work Environment. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Reasonable Accommodation. PIR will provide reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified individual with a disability, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the operation of the business.

Equal Employment Opportunity, OSHA, and Harassment

Public Interest Registry (PIR) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identification or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PIR complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall and transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

PIR expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of PIR’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

PIR provides a workplace free from recognized hazards and complies with standards, rules and regulations issued under the OSH Act.