Data Analyst I (SAS/SQL)

Location: Durham, NC, US; remote and hybrid-first work environment

Company

hirify.global provides testing, scoring, and assessment services designed to support academic and career development.

What you will do

• Maintain, update, validate, reconcile, and quality-control assessment and testing databases and datasets.
• Import and export data, document data processes and business rules, and support data governance and security for confidential candidate and client information.
• Analyze testing, scoring, and operational data and prepare standardized and ad hoc reports for internal departments and clients.
• Write and execute SQL and SAS programs for data extraction, manipulation, validation, statistical reporting, and summary analysis.
• Support Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database testing, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and data processing activities.
• Improve data quality and reporting efficiency by assisting with automated reports, validation processes, and new data-system projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in data analysis, data administration, database management, reporting, or a related field; internships, academic projects, or work involving data analysis or database systems may be included as preferred experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to learn systems and technologies quickly, manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of data confidentiality and security requirements.
• Basic to intermediate SAS programming, including SAS datasets, procedures, data extraction, manipulation, validation, and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and functions, pivot tables, filtering and sorting, charts, and basic data analysis; proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
• Basic Oracle knowledge and SQL querying, plus understanding of relational databases, tables, relationships, joins, and views.
• Basic Microsoft SQL Server query experience; familiarity with SQL Server Management Studio is preferred.

Nice to have

• Experience with assessment, educational, certification, licensure, or testing data.
• Exposure to statistical analysis, reporting and data visualization tools, ETL processes, and data validation procedures.
• SAS Programming Certification or related coursework.
• Coursework or projects involving Oracle or SQL Server databases.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote and hybrid-first work environment.
• 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting schedule.
• BCBS health, dental, and vision insurance with substantial employer funding.
• Generous flexible time off and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Mission-driven culture with supportive, high-performing colleagues.