Mid-Level Financial Intelligence Analyst

Active security clearance at the TS/SCI polygraph level is required.

About the role

We are seeking an autonomous, mission-driven Financial Intelligence Data Analyst to lead an independent data analytics effort in Annapolis Junction, MD, supporting a critical financial tracking initiative. In this role, you will perform high-impact data analytics to help operational analysts uncover, trace, and discern the sources and recipients of illicit funding networks. You won't just follow a pre-written playbook or wait for daily assignments—as a self-starter, you will proactively research complex datasets, identify high-value target opportunities, and engineer analytical workflows with minimal oversight. If you thrive on independent target discovery, financial network mapping, and applying innovative analytical techniques to track illicit flows, you’ll fit right in with Team Nyla.

Responsibilities

• Apply data analytics to trace complex networks, transaction flows, or entity relationships.
• Work autonomously as a self-starter, identifying research paths and target opportunities with minimal direction.
• Analyze transaction patterns, illicit networks, or specialized financial intelligence datasets.
• Utilize querying languages (e.g., SQL) and data analysis tools (e.g., Python, Pandas, or equivalent frameworks) for data discovery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Analytics, Intelligence Studies, Computer Science, Finance/Economics, or a related discipline, PLUS 3+ years of specialized data analytics or financial intelligence experience
• OR Master’s Degree in a related field, PLUS 1+ years of specialized analytical experience
• OR High School Diploma / GED, PLUS 7+ years of hands-on intelligence analysis, financial tracking, and data discovery experience in lieu of a degree.

Desired Skills

• Experience utilizing XKEYSCORE (XKS) or DX platforms, particularly with fingerprint authoring capabilities.
• Familiarity or direct experience with Financial Tracking Methodologies (FTM) and specialized financial data repositories.
• Practical exposure to or experience implementing AI/ML tools to automate data triage or pattern detection in unstructured datasets.
• Experience using link analysis and network visualization platforms (e.g., Analyst's Notebook, Gephi, or custom graph tools) to map financial entities.

About Nyla Technology Solutions

Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn, earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this role is $119,000-$140,000 (USD), which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or benefits. Actual compensation offered may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.

Benefits

• 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays, with an additional day of Annual Leave for each year of service.
• Flexibility to cash out annual leave hours, opt out of other benefits, or arrange for additional contract hours (over 40 hrs/week).
• Option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate after working over 1,880 hours on contract.
• Ability to buy additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks (240 hours) plus 11 holidays.
• Freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours per week while retaining full benefits.
• 100% company-covered healthcare (medical, dental, and vision).
• 10% 401k matching with full vesting from day one.
• $5,000 per year for professional development (fees, tuition, or time off).
• Student loan repayment program.
• 8 hours of paid volunteering annually.