Data Management and Analytics Engineer
$80,500–$149,500 year
HybridFairfax, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Design and implement robust data pipelines using SAS Viya and SAS Data Integration Studio, leading migration initiatives from legacy environments to cloud-native architectures. Develop advanced SAS programming solutions, statistical models, and machine learning algorithms to transform raw data into strategic intelligence. Create automated ETL processes, interactive dashboards, and governance frameworks to ensure data accuracy and integrity while optimizing data warehouse architecture. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions and provide technical mentoring to junior team members. This hybrid role requires Secret security clearance and US citizenship, with on-call rotation to MAG offices in Fairfax, VA, and satellite locations. Candidates must have 5+ years of experience with SAS Viya, SQL, and cloud platforms like Azure.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizens Only
- Former US Defense Contractor / US Gov / US Military Experiences Only
- This is a Hybrid Position - Remote mainly - but as well on call to come into a MAG office when requested
- We are seeking candidates who live in proximity to our corporate HQ in Fairfax, VA primarily but will entertain persons living near our satellite offices in: Aberdeen, MD - Titusville, FL - Newport News, VA - Carthage NC
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in data management, data engineering, or analytics
- Extensive, proven experience with SAS Viya platform including SAS Enterprise Guide and SAS Data Integration Studio
- Expert-level SAS programming skills with focus on data manipulation, ETL processes, and statistical analysis
- Strong proficiency in SQL for querying and manipulating relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL)
- Experience with data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and database optimization
- Strong scripting skills (Python, R, or advanced SAS macro programming)
- Understanding of statistical analysis, data mining, and machine learning techniques
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure required, AWS/GCP beneficial)
- Knowledge of data visualization tools (SAS Visual Analytics, Tableau, Power BI)
- Must be eligible for Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related quantitative field
- Clearance: Must be eligible for Secret security clearance
- US Citizenship required
Desired Qualifications
- SAS Global Certifications (Base Programming, Advanced Programming, Data Integration)
- Experience with SAS Visual Analytics and SAS Enterprise Miner
- Knowledge of machine learning frameworks and advanced statistical modeling
- Familiarity with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, NoSQL databases)
- Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development practices
- Understanding of data privacy regulations and compliance frameworks
- Experience with the Department of Defense or similarly regulated environment
- Preferred - Master's degree in Statistics, Data Science, or related analytical field
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP beneficial)
Additional Requirements
- U.S. Citizens Only
- Former US Defense Contractor / US Gov / US Military Experiences Only
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