Senior Data Analyst - Tech Debt & Risk Prioritization

Description

We are seeking a high-impact Data Analyst to support our enterprise Tech Debt Remediation Program. This role is critical to transforming fragmented infrastructure, application, and software data into clear, actionable insights that drive risk-based prioritization and executive decision-making.

The ideal candidate is not just a report builder—they are someone who can understand complex data relationships, identify gaps, and translate findings into meaningful actions that accelerate risk reduction and improve overall technology health.

Key Responsibilities

Data Aggregation & Analysis

Build and maintain a centralized dataset combining:

• Business applications
• Servers and operating systems
• Software inventory and lifecycle (EOL/EOS)
• Ownership and organizational mapping

Reconcile and validate multiple data sources (e.g., CMDB, software inventory tools, Excel datasets, vulnerability data).

Risk & Prioritization Modeling

Develop risk-based prioritization models to identify:

• Internet-facing exposure
• End-of-life (EOL) risk
• Attack surface concentration

Support tranche-based remediation planning aligned to enterprise risk reduction goals.

Reporting & Visualization

Design and maintain advanced Excel models and dashboards:

• Automated refresh and transformation (Power Query preferred)
• Pivot-driven analysis by BU, LOB, Application, Owner, Criticality

Enable clear drilldowns from executive summaries to detailed datasets.

Data Quality & Governance

Identify and remediate data quality issues in enterprise systems (e.g., ServiceNow CMDB):

• Missing ownership
• Incomplete CI relationships
• Inconsistent classifications

Partner with application and infrastructure teams to improve data accuracy.

Executive Reporting Support

Translate technical data into clear, concise executive outputs. Support reporting for stakeholders (CTO, CISO, Head of Infrastructure). Focus on clarity, accuracy, and actionability—no unnecessary noise.

AI & Automation Enablement

Leverage AI tools (e.g., Copilot, analytics platforms) to:

• Accelerate data processing
• Identify patterns and anomalies
• Enhance insight generation and reporting efficiency

Skills

• Power BI
• Data analysis
• SSRS
• AI enabled analytic tools

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you will:

1. Provide a single, trusted view of tech debt exposure.
2. Enable prioritized, risk-driven remediation decisions.
3. Improve data quality and reporting accuracy across enterprise systems.
4. Deliver clear and actionable insights to executive leadership.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a contract position. While based out of Cedar Rapids, IA, this is a fully remote role.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.

If eligible, benefits may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia.

TEKsystems is an equal opportunity employer.