SC Cleared Data Analyst

Triad Group Plc
Milton Keynes
4 days ago
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SC Cleared Data Analyst

Based at client locations, working remotely, or based in our Godalming or Milton Keynes offices. Salary up to £55k depending on experience, plus company benefits.


Given the nature of the work and timescales, candidates must hold an active SC clearance.


About Us

Triad Group Plc is an award‑winning digital, data, and solutions consultancy with over 35 years’ experience primarily serving the UK public sector and central government. We deliver high‑quality solutions that make a real difference to users, citizens and consumers. At Triad, collaboration thrives, knowledge is shared, and every voice matters. Our close‑knit, supportive culture ensures you’re valued from day one. Whether working with cutting‑edge tech or shaping strategy for national‑scale projects, you’ll be trusted, challenged, and empowered to grow. We nurture learning through communities of practice and encourage creativity, autonomy, and innovation. If you’re passionate about solving meaningful problems with smart and passionate people, Triad could be the place for you.



  • Glassdoor score of 4.7
  • 96% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend
  • 100% CEO approval

See for yourself some of the work that makes us all so proud:



  • Helping law enforcement with secure intelligence systems that keep the UK safe
  • Supporting the UK’s national meteorological service in leveraging supercomputers for next‑level weather forecasting
  • Assisting the British government department that is responsible for the safety of consumer products, with systems to track unsafe products
  • Powering systems that help the government monitor and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from commercial transport

Role Summary

Triad is seeking a Data Analyst to support client engagements involving complex data environments and high volumes of data requests. In this role, you will analyse, document, and manage data assets, mappings, and requests while creating artefacts that enable effective understanding and dissemination of information across teams and stakeholders. Working collaboratively with technical specialists, delivery teams, and client stakeholders, you will help transform complex data structures into clear, structured outputs such as mapping documentation, data dictionaries, and reporting artefacts. Your work will support improved data transparency, accessibility, and governance across client systems and services.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and track large volumes of incoming data requests, ensuring they are logged, prioritised, and resolved efficiently.
  • Analyse and maintain mappings between systems and datasets, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and alignment with business requirements.
  • Produce clear and structured artefacts including data dictionaries, mapping documents, metadata documentation, and data flow diagrams.
  • Translate complex technical data structures into accessible documentation for both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
  • Work closely with delivery teams, engineers, and client stakeholders to understand data requirements and support informed decision‑making.
  • Create reports, visualisations, and supporting materials that enable the effective sharing and interpretation of data across teams.
  • Support data governance initiatives by ensuring documentation and data artefacts remain accurate, current, and aligned with system changes.

Skills and Experience

  • Experience analysing and working with complex datasets within enterprise or government environments.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret and structure large volumes of data.
  • Experience producing data documentation such as data dictionaries, mapping documents, or metadata artefacts.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to communicate complex data concepts clearly.
  • Experience using data analysis and visualisation tools such as SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar technologies.
  • Understanding of data management principles including data lineage, metadata, and data governance.
  • Experience supporting delivery teams within Agile or digital service environments.

Qualifications & Certifications

  • A degree or equivalent qualification related to the area you work in - Desirable
  • Due to the nature of this position, you must be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance. To be eligible, you must have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years and have the right to work in the UK.

Triads Commitment To You

As a growing and ambitious company, Triad prioritises your development and well‑being: Continuous Training & Development: Access to top‑rated Udemy Business courses. Work Environment: Collaborative, creative, and free from discrimination.


Benefits

  • * 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
  • * Matched pension contributions (5%).
  • * Private healthcare with Bupa
  • * Gym membership support or Lakeshore Fitness access.
  • * Perkbox membership.
  • * Cycle‑to‑work scheme.

What Our Colleagues Have to Say

Please see for yourself on Glass Door and our "Day in the Life" videos at the bottom of our Careers Page.


Our Selection Process

After applying for the role, our in‑house talent team will contact you to discuss Triad and the position. If shortlisted, you will be invited for: 1. An interview with our Data team, including a career review and cultural fit assessment. 2. An interview with our management team. We aim to complete interviews and progress candidates to offer stage within 2‑3 weeks of the initial conversation.


Other Information

If this role is of interest to you or you would like further information, please submit your application now!


Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We are proud that our recruitment process has been recognised as inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. We are a signatory on the Tech Talent Charter that aims to bring industries and organisations together to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles, in addition, as a Disability Confident Leader.


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