Data Analyst I
Company website2ndwavellc.com (2nd Wave, opens in new tab)
Base salary $100K to $125K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Washington, DC
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- LocationWashington, DC
- WorkplaceHybrid
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (2 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Data Analyst I
Position Overview
2ndWave is seeking a Data Analyst I to provide professional data management and analytical support services that improve the quality, consistency, and timeliness of data-driven analysis informing program operations and leadership decision-making.
Responsibilities
Collect, clean, validate, and organize structured and semi-structured data from Government and industry data sources.
Perform statistical analysis and identify trends within available datasets.
Develop recurring reports, dashboards, visualizations, and other analytical products using Government-approved software.
Conduct data quality reviews and maintain documentation of data sources, business rules, assumptions, and methodologies.
Maintain databases, spreadsheets, repositories, and related data management systems.
Support recurring weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reporting requirements.
Prepare briefing materials, charts, graphics, tables, and written analytical summaries.
Coordinate with Government personnel to identify reporting requirements and analytical priorities.
Respond to internal and external data calls, surveys, and information requests.
Ensure all work complies with applicable Government data governance, privacy, and information security requirements.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
One to three years of experience in data analysis, data management, or a related analytical role.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Strong attention to detail with demonstrated experience in data cleaning, validation, and documentation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present analytical findings clearly.
Ability to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated Government background investigation; U.S. citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting federal government clients, preferably within the Department of Commerce or a trade- or manufacturing-related mission area.
Familiarity with statistical analysis tools or languages (e.g., R, Python, SQL).
Experience responding to data calls and preparing executive-level briefing materials.
Work Environment
Work is performed at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Herbert C. Hoover Building, Washington, DC. Telework or remote work may be authorized as appropriate. Standard support hours are Monday through Friday during normal operating hours, excluding Federal holidays.
About 2ndWave
2ndWave, LLC is a management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector clients solve their most pressing financial, business management, and technology challenges. Our certified professionals bring fresh perspectives, challenge conventional approaches, and deliver leading-edge solutions that enable government organizations to operate more efficiently while minimizing risk and cost.
What We Offer
At 2ndWave, we've built a people-first culture where certified professionals collaborate to solve our public sector clients' most pressing financial, business management, and technology challenges. We've earned our reputation by empowering our team to bring fresh perspectives, challenge conventional approaches, and deliver leading-edge solutions that help our clients operate more efficiently while minimizing risk and cost. When our people grow, our clients win — professional development, credentialing, and continuous improvement are central to how we operate.
Compensation
The compensation for this position is determined based on a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to an individual's skill set, experience, training, certifications, and education, as well as business needs and internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $100,000 – $125,000.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive base salary and bonuses for eligible positions, we offer the following employee benefits:
Generous Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with Match
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Healthcare Savings Account
Source: 2nd Wave on Ashby · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($100,000) is above 0% of the 42 Data & ML roles in Washington, DC listed on this site. Their median floor is $134,100; the middle half runs from $118,397 to $177,320.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingData Analyst I$100K to $125K
Project Manager - Federal Payment Oversight$100K to $125K
Senior Manager, Accounting and Controls$150K to $175K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Data Analyst I (this listing) | $100K - $125K |
| Project Manager - Federal Payment Oversight | $100K - $125K |
| Senior Manager, Accounting and Controls | $150K - $175K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-08-25
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Washington, DC
ing, certifications, and education, as well as business needs and internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $100,000 – $125,000.
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