Senior Human Capital Data Analyst

Company: DarkStar Intelligence LLC

Location: McLean, Virginia, United States

Salary: $130K – $165K a year

Work arrangement: On-site

Employment type: Full-time

Experience: 10+ years

Education: bachelor degree, postgraduate degree

Posted: 2026-10-20

Responsibilities

Analyze workforce data on hiring, retention, attrition, and organizational mobility to identify trends and support workforce planning. Develop dashboards and reports, manage and integrate HR data, maintain position description libraries, and provide analytical support for surveys and other human capital initiatives.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree with 18 years of relevant experience, a master's degree with 10 years, or no degree with 24 or more years, along with TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and prior Intelligence Community data analysis experience. Candidates must be proficient in Excel, Tableau, and relational database management, and able to communicate analytical findings clearly; experience with workforce analytics is important, while Cognos and Python are desired.

Skills

  • Workforce Analytics
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Visualization
  • Excel
  • Tableau
  • Relational Database Management
  • Workforce Planning
  • Human Capital Management
  • Data Integration
  • Survey Design
  • Dashboard Development
  • Python
  • Cognos
  • Data Communication
  • Intelligence Community Experience

Benefits

  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Professional Development
  • Training Opportunities

About this role

Description
DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Human Capital Data Analyst to support a critical National Security program. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience analyzing workforce data, building data visualizations, and providing analytic support for various human capital initiatives. This position requires a deep understanding of data analysis tools, the ability to communicate findings clearly, and a strong background in workforce analytics.
Responsibilities
Analyze workforce data, including metrics related to hiring, retention, attrition, and organizational mobility, to identify trends and labor projections.
Build and modify data visualization dashboards, reports, and other analytical products to meet client needs.
Assist in the development and maintenance of position description libraries to standardize role information across the organization.
Administer and manage relational databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
Normalize, standardize, and integrate disparate raw data sets for consistent analysis.
Support survey design and execution across 18 Intelligence Community (IC) agencies.
Provide data analytic support for surveys, data calls, and other human capital efforts, ensuring accurate and timely insights.
Manage HR data and conduct thorough analysis to support workforce planning and decision-making processes.
Requirements
BA/BS degree and 18 years of relevant experience, MS +10 or no degree and 24+ years of experience.
TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required.
Prior experience in data analysis within the Intelligence Community (IC).
Strong ability to communicate technical or analytical findings in an easily understandable format through graphic, written, and verbal means.
Core Tools: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Tableau, and relational database management is required.
Desired Skills
Experience with Cognos for reporting and dashboarding.
Working knowledge of Python for data analysis and automation.
Familiarity with additional tools such as VBA, R, SPSS, SAS, LimeSurvey, Personal Operations Portal (POPS), PD Library, and Lawson.
Experience in workforce analytics and workforce planning, particularly in the context of human capital management and strategy.
Salary Range
$130,000 - $165,000 per year This pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of specific compensation or salary. When extending an offer, DarkStar Intelligence considers various factors, including (but not limited to) the job's responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data alignment, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other relevant laws.

Who We Are
DarkStar Intelligence delivers mission-critical support to national security operations across intelligence, cybersecurity, technology, and operational support domains. We partner with government customers to strengthen decision advantage, enhance operational readiness, and advance mission success in complex and evolving threat environments.

Why Work at DarkStar?
At DarkStar Intelligence, you’ll contribute directly to high-impact national security missions while growing your professional capabilities in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuous development within a mission-focused team culture.

ADA Accommodations Statement
DarkStar Intelligence is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
DarkStar Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

E-Verify Participation
DarkStar Intelligence participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees in accordance with applicable law.

Benefits Overview
DarkStar Intelligence offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
401(k) retirement plan options
Professional development and training opportunities

About DarkStar Intelligence LLC

Professional Services · 51-200 employees · headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia · founded 2015

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