Data Analyst

Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.

*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate *with experience***Job Title: *Data Analyst**

Location:Albany, NY (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 months (with potential for extension)

W2 Hourly Rate:$55 - $70/hour

Application Deadline: October 14, 2026

Overview:

We are seeking a Data Analyst who will support our NYS Department of Health client on the 1115 Waiver Support Project. The Data Analyst will analyze and manipulate claims data, develop data visualizations, and use SQL to derive actionable insights from complex datasets. This role will also help ensure data quality and communicate findings to cross-functional stakeholders.

Duties:

• Analyze and manipulate claims data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards and other data visualizations to support decision-making.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries to retrieve, analyze, and summarize large datasets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Ensure data quality and integrity across multiple sources and systems.
• Document data processes, methodologies, analyses, and results to support transparency and replicability.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in claims data analysis and processing.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Hands-on experience with Tableau or similar data visualization tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in healthcare or New York State government.
• Knowledge of data warehousing and ETL processes.
• Familiarity with statistical tools or programming languages such as Python or R.

What We Offer:

Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.

Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.

Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration.

A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.

Ready to make a difference?We’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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