What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hybrid Senior Data Analyst position at Crossfire Consulting?
Must Have :
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5 years of experience in SAS programming to mine, alter, manage, retrieve, and combine data from a variety of sources and perform statistical analysis
- Proficient in SAS programming, including macro development and PROC SQL
- Proficient with SAS data integration and query tools
- 5 years of advanced SQL skills including complex joins, window functions, and query optimization
- 3 years of experience in data visualization and tools
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
- Excellent communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- SAS : Base SAS, SAS / STAT, SAS Macro language, PROC SQL
- SQL : Complex querying, stored procedures, performance tuning
- Linux : shell scripting, process scheduling, application scheduling, basic peripheral devices, and file systems
- Database platforms : SQL Server, Oracle, or similar
- API development
- Data visualization : Power BI, Tableau, or similar
- Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis
Nice to Have :
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Overview :
We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst with strong SAS programming and SQL skills to transform complex data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with business acumen to deliver meaningful analysis and recommendations.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and passionate about using data to solve complex business problems. Must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Key Responsibilities :
Develop and maintain SAS programs for automated reporting and advanced statistical analysis
Create and optimize SAS stored procedures and views for improved data accessibility
Maintain and develop data interfaces
Troubleshoot system and batch processing
Design and execute complex SQL queries to extract, transform, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into analytical solutions
Build and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators and share business insights
Identify trends and patterns in data to support strategic decision-making
Document technical processes and maintain data dictionaries
Validate data quality and implement data cleaning procedures
Mentor junior analysts in SQL and SAS best practices
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
5 years of experience in SAS programming to mine, alter, manage, retrieve, and combine data from a variety of sources and perform statistical analysis
Proficient in SAS programming, including macro development and PROC SQL
Proficient with SAS data integration and query tools
5 years of advanced SQL skills including complex joins, window functions, and query optimization
3 years of experience in data visualization and tools
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
Excellent communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Preferred Qualifications :
Master's degree in related field
Knowledge of statistical modeling and machine learning concepts
Healthcare or financial services industry experience
Certifications in SAS or SQL
Familiar with SAS Procurement Integrity solution
Technical Skills :
SAS : Base SAS, SAS / STAT, SAS Macro language, PROC SQL
SQL : Complex querying, stored procedures, performance tuning
Linux : shell scripting, process scheduling, application scheduling, basic peripheral devices, and file systems
Database platforms : SQL Server, Oracle, or similar API development
Data visualization : Power BI, Tableau, or similar
Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis
What We Offer :
Remote work flexibility
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative team environment
Opportunity to work on impactful projects
Opportunity to convert to a permanent position
