We’re recruiting for a Principal Data Analyst to support sensitive MOD / aerospace programmes within the Defence & Security sector. This is a contract role based in Reading (hybrid) and requires active SC clearance.
Job title
Principal Data Analyst
Reading, Berkshire (hybrid)
Active SC clearance is mandatory
Up to £77.50 per hour inside IR35
The role
You’ll contribute to a data-driven strategy by delivering high-quality analysis, insight, and reporting to support informed decision-making. You’ll work with stakeholders to translate analytical needs into scalable solutions, ensuring strong data quality, governance, and clear communication of findings.
Key responsibilities
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Analyse data from multiple sources to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
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Develop and maintain reports, interactive dashboards, and KPI monitoring (Power BI)
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Write complex SQL for data extraction, transformation, validation, and analysis
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Create scalable and efficient data models for reporting
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Ensure data quality, reliability, and consistency for analysis
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Document analytical logic, metrics, and data sources for transparency and repeatability
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Manage analytical work end-to-end and present findings clearly to stakeholders
Skills and experience required
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Strong experience in data analysis / BI / analytics roles, ideally in MOD, Defence Digital, Defence, or UK aerospace environments
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Advanced SQL skills
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Strong Power BI dashboarding and visualisation experience
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Understanding of data warehousing, data modelling, and ETL pipelines
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Awareness of security, privacy, and data governance principles
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Confident communicating complex insights to technical and non-technical audiences
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Strong attention to detail and high ethical standards handling sensitive information
Desirable
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Degree in a relevant discipline (Statistics / Maths / Economics / Computer Science / Engineering or similar)
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BI/analytics certifications (Power BI / Tableau)
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Cloud data environment familiarity (BigQuery / Snowflake / Redshift)
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Python or R for statistical analysis
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Professional membership of a STEM-related organisation
Apply
If you’re a security-cleared Principal Data Analyst with strong Power BI and SQL capability and want to work on high-profile Defence/aerospace programmes, please apply now
