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Work You'll Do
As an Analytics and Insights Engineer III on the Cyber and Strategic Risk team, you will be responsible for:
You will support operational technology (OT) cybersecurity missions by developing and sustaining data products that improve cyber threat detection and response. This role focuses on OT cyber analytics, machine learning model development, and data engineering across on-premises and cloud-connected environments. You will serve as the project's primary data science resource and collaborate with delivery, security operations, cloud, and program stakeholders to advance analytic capabilities. The role is differentiated by its ownership of machine learning development and its contribution to OT cyber analytics innovation.
- Develop and sustain OT cyber data ontologies to support analytics, detection, and reporting use cases
- Build, train, test, and maintain machine learning models for OT cyber threat and attack detection
- Design and maintain data pipelines that move sensor and telemetry data from on-premises environments to cloud platforms
- Analyze cyber data to identify patterns, anomalies, and indicators that support security operations and mission objectives
- Collaborate with technical leads, delivery teams, security operations center stakeholders, cloud/data teams, and program management counterparts to implement scalable analytics solutions
A successful candidate would possess these skills:
- Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
- Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
- Ability to lead projects or workstreams
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to provide clear guidance to others
The Team
Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.
Our Enterprise Security offering embeds security in all aspects of digital transformation by securing a client's technical backbone while enabling secure digital transformation. Includes security architecture, secure development and deployment, end-to-end cyber cloud capabilities, application security, and security for emerging technologies and connected products.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
- Active Secret security clearance required
- Ability to travel 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
- 5+ years of experience with:
- Data Modeling
- JIRA
- Machine Learning
- Python
- SQL
Work You'll Do
As an Analytics and Insights Engineer III on the Cyber and Strategic Risk team, you will be responsible for:
You will support operational technology (OT) cybersecurity missions by developing and sustaining data products that improve cyber threat detection and response. This role focuses on OT cyber analytics, machine learning model development, and data engineering across on-premises and cloud-connected environments. You will serve as the project's primary data science resource and collaborate with delivery, security operations, cloud, and program stakeholders to advance analytic capabilities. The role is differentiated by its ownership of machine learning development and its contribution to OT cyber analytics innovation.
- Develop and sustain OT cyber data ontologies to support analytics, detection, and reporting use cases
- Build, train, test, and maintain machine learning models for OT cyber threat and attack detection
- Design and maintain data pipelines that move sensor and telemetry data from on-premises environments to cloud platforms
- Analyze cyber data to identify patterns, anomalies, and indicators that support security operations and mission objectives
- Collaborate with technical leads, delivery teams, security operations center stakeholders, cloud/data teams, and program management counterparts to implement scalable analytics solutions
A successful candidate would possess these skills:
- Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
- Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
- Ability to lead projects or workstreams
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to provide clear guidance to others
The Team
Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.
Our Enterprise Security offering embeds security in all aspects of digital transformation by securing a client's technical backbone while enabling secure digital transformation. Includes security architecture, secure development and deployment, end-to-end cyber cloud capabilities, application security, and security for emerging technologies and connected products.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
- Active Secret security clearance required
- Ability to travel 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
- 5+ years of experience with:
- Data Modeling
- JIRA
- Machine Learning
- Python
- SQL
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Who's Hiring
- JPMorganChase48
- CVS Health29
- Amazon Web Services21
- Capital One20
- Information Technology Senior Management Forum20
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software72
- Consulting & Professional Services32
- Banking & Financial Services28
- Education20
- Investment & Asset Management20
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data analyst lead jobs.
- 5 or more years of experience in data analytics with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity
- Advanced proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting language such as Python or R
- Experience with BI platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker for dashboard development and reporting
- Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, economics, or a related quantitative field
- Demonstrated ability to translate business questions into analytical frameworks and communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders
- Familiarity with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift and experience with large-scale datasets
Tips for Your Data Analyst Lead Job Search
Quantify your team leadership impact
Hiring managers for lead roles want to see that you've directed analysts, not just done the work yourself. List the number of direct reports you managed and specific outcomes your team delivered, like reduced reporting cycle time or improved model accuracy.
Tailor your portfolio to the industry
A data analyst lead portfolio that works for a fintech role won't land the same way at a healthcare company. Swap in case studies that mirror the domain, whether that's claims data, transaction fraud, or customer churn, so reviewers see immediate relevance.
Filter openings by stack, not just title
Data analyst lead postings vary enormously by required tools. Search by SQL dialect, BI platform, or cloud environment alongside the job title to surface roles where your existing skills are a direct match and skip the ones that need a full ramp.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists data analyst lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a stakeholder communication example
Lead-level interviews almost always include a scenario about translating complex findings for non-technical executives. Have a specific story ready where you simplified an analysis, drove a decision, and can articulate what changed as a result of your recommendation.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate pay
At the lead level, role definition matters as much as compensation. Before accepting, confirm whether you'll own the analytics roadmap, have budget authority, or are stepping into a player-coach versus a pure management position, since title alone doesn't answer that.
Data Analyst Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most data analyst leads?
The companies hiring the most data analyst leads right now include JPMorganChase, CVS Health, and Amazon Web Services, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is consistently strong in financial services, healthcare systems, and large consumer technology companies.
How many data analyst lead jobs are remote?
About 63% of data analyst lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making it one of the more flexible senior individual-contributor and people-manager roles in the data field. Business intelligence, marketing analytics, and product analytics sub-specialties tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible postings.
How do you become a data analyst lead?
Start by building deep proficiency in SQL, a scripting language like Python, and at least one BI platform. Progress from analyst to senior analyst by taking ownership of end-to-end projects rather than task-level work. Develop stakeholder communication skills by presenting findings directly to business owners. Volunteer to mentor junior analysts or coordinate cross-functional data requests, since demonstrated leadership is what hiring managers look for when promoting or hiring into a lead title.
Can you get a data analyst lead job without prior leadership experience?
Yes, some employers will hire a strong senior analyst into a lead role if you can show informal leadership, such as mentoring colleagues, owning a data product, or driving an analytics initiative from scoping through delivery. Frame your resume around decisions you influenced and projects where you set the analytical direction, not just tasks you completed. Smaller companies and high-growth startups tend to be more open to first-time leads than large enterprises.
What does the data analyst lead interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial screen with a recruiter or hiring manager covers your background and leadership style. A technical round tests SQL, data modeling, or a take-home case study. A stakeholder or cross-functional round assesses how you communicate insights and prioritize competing requests. Final rounds often include a presentation to senior leadership where you walk through a past project and defend your methodology and business recommendations.
Where can I find and apply to data analyst lead jobs?
You can find and apply to data analyst lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your skills, experience level, and preferred industry, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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