Location: 100% On-Site, Wiesbaden (Germany)

Travel: Initial 3-day onboarding in The Hague; recurring 2-day visits every 3 months (contractor-managed)

Working Hours: Mon–Thu 08:30–17:30, Fri 08:30–15:30

Security Clearance: NATO-Secret (required)

Language: English (C1)

Role Overview

The Data Analyst will design, implement, and operationalise advanced analytics solutions in support of the NIMSC project. The role requires hands-on work with data pipelines, visualisation workflows, business intelligence reporting, and enterprise data modelling. Working on-site within a secure NATO environment, the contractor will provide technical leadership and support to multidisciplinary teams, contributing to effective decision-making and data-driven operational processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Data Analysis

• Design, implement, and maintain complex analytics solutions for data acquisition and preparation.
• Develop and manage data pipelines to connect data across applications, data stores, and organisational boundaries.
• Perform complex data quality checks, validation, and remediation.

2. Data Visualisation

• Apply a variety of visualisation techniques to design clear, accurate, and insightful data visuals.
• Operationalise and automate production of data visualisations for timely delivery.
• Select appropriate visualisation methods from available approaches, considering the analytical context.
• Contribute to experimentation and innovation in data visualisation practices.

3. Business Intelligence

• Support business intelligence needs across management, governance, and operational areas.
• Investigate BI requirements in situations involving complexity and ambiguity.
• Apply non-standard BI tools and techniques to produce insights and facilitate decision-making.
• Select, acquire, and integrate data for analysis and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to digitise, streamline, and optimise operational data processes and BI capabilities.

4. Data Modelling and Design

• Investigate enterprise data requirements where complexity or ambiguity exists.
• Plan and execute data modelling and design activities using appropriate methodologies.
• Advise and guide stakeholders on proper use of data structures, models, and related components.

5. Technical Leadership & Stakeholder Support

• Provide technical leadership and analytical expertise to project teams and decision-makers.
• Support multidisciplinary groups—including technical, operational, and project stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings with technical and operational experts; offer guidance and propose solutions.
• Liaise closely with the Chief Technology Office (CTO), engineering teams, project management, and operational entities.

Requirements

Security & Language

• Valid NATO-Secret Personal Security Clearance (must remain valid for contract duration).
• English proficiency: C1 level.

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field (nationally recognised/certified) and at least 4 years of post-related experience,
• OR at least 6 years of extensive and progressive relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrable experience as a Data Analyst, Data Scientist, or in performing similar analytical functions.
• Experience with at least one programming language or tool (e.g., KNIME, Python).
• Experience using data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Experience with SQL and relational databases (e.g., SQL Server).
• Experience working with on-premise environments and related data workflows.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in NCIA or similar defence-related organisations.
• Knowledge of NATO Communication and Information Systems (CIS) Infrastructure.
• Experience working in an international, mixed civilian–military environment.