Data Analytics & Visualization Engineer

We are seeking a Data Analytics & Visualization Engineer to join the Real-Time Visibility (RTV) team within the Global Solution Management – Operations II (GSM-O II) contract under the Global Automations & Intelligent Network Solutions (GAINS) Team. This role focuses on transforming raw data into clean, reliable, and accessible datasets and delivering actionable insights through advanced analytics and compelling visualizations. The primary visualization tool for this position is Kibana, though experience with similar tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Grafana) is preferred. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between raw data and operational decision-making, applying best practices in data quality, analytics, and visualization to support mission objectives.

As a key member of the Real-Time Visibility team, you will work in a fast-paced, Agile environment to architect, design, and develop a unified User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI) that provides a holistic single-pane-of-glass interface on the Kibana platform. You will collaborate with operational end users and support teams to perform requirements analysis, design and develop UI mockups and wireframes, and demonstrate prototypes. This position requires you to be within driving distance of Scott AFB. A Secret clearance is required upon starting employment, and you must obtain your Security+ certification within 14 days of your start date.

Responsibilities

• Gather, clean, and validate data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usability.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that answer operational and business questions.
• Design and develop interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Kibana as the primary tool, ensuring findings are communicated clearly and effectively to stakeholders.
• Apply visual design principles (e.g., visual hierarchy, proximity, similarity, font selection, color theory) and demonstrate an understanding of visual layout, content organization, and accessibility guidelines.
• Translate analytical results into actionable recommendations and present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs, operational challenges, and data requirements.
• Refine and maintain data transformation pipelines, ensuring data quality, reliability, and alignment with business logic.
• Develop and maintain self-service analytics tools and reusable data assets to empower end users.
• Document data models, business logic, transformation processes, and analytics workflows for transparency and knowledge sharing.
• Work closely with data engineers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated data solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical discipline and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrable experience designing and building data visualizations and dashboards using Kibana.
• Hands-on experience with data cleaning, transformation, and analysis using tools such as Python (pandas, numpy), SQL, or R.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and data pipeline development.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data findings to diverse audiences.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality and reliability.
• Ability to obtain interim Secret DoD Security clearance before the start date.
• Ability to obtain Security+ certification or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT II certification within 14 days of the start date.
• Must be able to commute to Scott AFB, IL for full-time onsite support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Elastic Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for data analysis and visualization.
• Experience with other data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Grafana, or similar.
• Experience developing self-service analytics solutions and reusable data assets.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies.
• Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance best practices.
• Experience documenting data models, business logic, and transformation processes.
• Experience working in mission-driven or operational environments.
• Experience developing and deploying software in a DoD environment (DISA experience is a plus).
• Experience with DISA and DoD Networks.
• Understanding of network routing devices and network device configurations.
• Experience with text mining tools and techniques, including ELK Stack for summarization, search, and entity extraction.
• Familiarity with CI/CD techniques, containerized pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes deployment, Agile methodologies, and tools.
• Familiarity with AWS GovCloud and cloud infrastructure, including networking and security policies.
• Experience with Atlassian tools, including JIRA and Confluence.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and SAFe.
• Experience working remotely with a geographically dispersed team.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage with customers, stakeholders, and team members.

Pay

Pay Range: $92,300.00 - $166,850.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Benefits

Leidos offers competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement benefits. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.