Business Analyst – Data Integration

Business Analyst – Data Integration: (Federal / Manpower & Budget)

SUMMARY:

The Concourse Group is looking for a mid-level Business Analyst and Data Analytics Integrator with demonstrated experience in data integration, dashboard development, and workforce analytics, with the ability to work in a small team environment within our Federal service group.

The successful candidate will provide workforce analytics, manpower analysis, and enterprise data integration support to the Georgia Army National Guard Human Resources Office (HRO), which is based in Marietta, GA. This position will be embedded within the client program and will be responsible for executing all day-to-day data integration, analytics development, and dashboard delivery activities. The position requires in-office work with direct client interaction. Some hybrid hours may be available based on program needs and client requirements.

ROLE PROFILE AND EXPERIENCE EXPECTATION

The Business Analyst and Data Analytics Integrator will have 3-5 years of professional experience supporting data analytics, reporting, budget tracking, or operational business intelligence in structured, enterprise environments. Proven ability to automate reporting processes, improve data accuracy, and support decision-making across manpower and financial domains.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Strong skills in Microsoft applications, especially Microsoft Excel for structured analysis and data transformation
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Power BI
• Skilled in VBA, JavaScript, Google Apps Script, SQL, or other languages for automation development
• Independent worker who can manage multiple tasks with minimal direction
• Ability to confidently and professionally interact with senior-level government officials both in person and in virtual environments
• Ability to solve problems, overcome obstacles, and present solutions
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in both writing and orally
• Ability to prioritize workflow to meet all deadlines
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to respond to requests for ad hoc reporting and data calls
• Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on data accuracy, validation, and auditability
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions
• Strong process orientation integrator

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute data ingestion, extraction, transformation, validation, and integration tasks across personnel and financial source systems aligned with the approved architecture
• Develop, update, and maintain Power BI dashboards and supporting datasets with defined refresh schedules
• Perform structured data quality checks, discrepancy identification, and exception tracking. Support analytical and predictive modeling inputs under senior technical direction
• Maintain documentation, data dictionaries, and standard operating procedures
• Participate in recurring review sessions and incorporate directed refinements
• Develop workforce forecasting and predictive analytics models
• Build vacancy tracking and hiring projection tools
• Monitor personnel actions and workforce lifecycle metrics
• Create budget and status-of-funds dashboards
• Develop executive-level reports and visualizations for leadership
• Identify data discrepancies and recommend corrective actions
• Support leadership briefings, inspections, and data validation reviews
• Support process improvement initiatives through data-driven analysis
• Ensure analytics products meet defined accuracy, reliability, and refresh standards

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Economics, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field
2. 3-5 years of experience supporting data analysis, reporting, or system-based analytics
3. Ability to communicate findings to senior leadership both orally and in writing
4. Experience working with enterprise-scale datasets (e.g., HR, financial, operational, or workforce systems)
5. Advanced experience developing Power BI dashboards and executive reporting
6. Experience developing dashboards and executive reporting
7. Working knowledge of data validation, reconciliation, and quality assurance
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for structured analysis and data transformation
9. Ability to document analytical logic, business rules, and data definitions clearly
10. Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder coordination
11. Ability to operate within controlled, audit-sensitive environments

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

1. Army National Guard, Army HRO, or DoD manpower experience
2. Experience supporting workforce planning, personnel management, or budget execution
3. SQL, Power Query, Power Automate, or similar analytical tools
4. Experience with General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS)
5. Experience with Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS)
6. Experience with Full-Time Support Management Control System (FTSMCS)
7. Experience with ETL processes and automated data refresh cycles
8. Preference is given to those with direct federal experience.

OTHER:

1. Must be organized, positive, proactive, and results-oriented
2. Must hold a U.S. Citizenship
3. Ability to earn a favorable Public Trust clearance.

ABOUT CONCOURSE:

We exist to provide the best possible programmatic and project management consulting support to inspire and empower our clients to achieve their important missions. A small business founded in 2001, The Concourse Group (Concourse) is an accomplished consulting firm committed to improving government project efficiency and budgetary goals with a focus on Making the Complex Simple. Our clients are DOD, federal, state, and local governments; universities and colleges; and housing authorities who are driven, in the face of declining budgets, to recapitalize their assets and effectively manage their resources to optimize mission critical programs and projects.

This position is eligible for the comprehensive Concourse benefits package.

Healthcare Insurance Benefit | Health, Dental, and Vision benefits. Company-paid employee premiums.

Life Insurance | Company-paid benefit.

Long-Term Disability Insurance | Company-paid benefit.

Short-Term Disability Insurance | Employee-paid premium.

Health Savings Account | Pre-tax employee contribution.

401K | Pre-tax employee contribution and Concourse matches up to 4% of the base salary. 

Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefit | 15 PTO days per year.

Paid Holidays | Eleven (11) paid federal holidays.  

Other | Concourse offices are in Annapolis, MD. We offer a flexible daily work schedule and a hybrid weekly schedule.

Equal Opportunity Employer