What are the responsibilities and job description for the W2 - Sr. SAS Data Analyst position at New York Technology Partners?
Job Title: Sr. SAS Data Analyst
Location: McLean, VA- fully onsite
Position Type: Contract position
Job Description:
Skills Needed: SAS Scripts, SQL, Data Analysis, Conduct Pre-Demos, Testing, Working closely with Product Owner, etc
Our client, a top-tier Management Consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Business/Data Analyst to analyze legacy SAS scripts, derive data lineage and transformation logic, and support enterprise data modernization initiatives. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, hands-on experience with SAS and SQL, and the ability to translate complex logic into clear, actionable requirements for development teams. The ideal candidate will work closely with Product Owners and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate analysis, documentation, and delivery of high-quality data solutions.
Responsibilities and Requirements:
· 7 years of experience as a Business Analyst or Data Analyst
· Strong experience analyzing legacy SAS scripts to derive data lineage, transformation logic, and business rules
· Proficiency in SQL for data analysis, validation, and discovery
· Ability to perform data visualization and summarization to communicate findings effectively
· Collaborate closely with the Product Owner to gather, refine, and interpret business requirements
· Conduct pre-demos to stakeholders to validate understanding and direction
· Communicate and collaborate effectively with development teams throughout the project lifecycle
· Create clear and complete acceptance criteria and support end-to-end testing activities
· Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including lineage logic, technical rules, and process workflows
· Experience working in Agile environments, including Jira for story creation and tracking
· Familiarity with APIs, UI workflows, and ALM tools
· Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly
· Highly self-driven, detail-oriented, and able to make informed decisions
· Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
Thanks!
Salary : $48 - $50