Overview:

Paragon Advisory is seeking a Principal Data Analytics Advisor to help enable data analytics capabilities for mission-driven clients in the education and nonprofit sectors. This role focuses on strengthening data sourcing, quality assessment, and analytics readiness to support impactful, evidence-based decision-making.

You will work directly with client teams to assess data ecosystems, improve frameworks, and guide the development of scalable analytics strategies that support student success and workforce alignment. The ideal candidate combines a strategic mindset with deep expertise in data analysis, governance, and public data ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluate internal and external data sources for quality, usability, and alignment with program goals
Strengthen frameworks and processes to support analytics, insight generation, and decision enablement
Identify data sourcing opportunities across education and workforce domains (e.g., NSC, NLx)Collaborate closely with stakeholders in an advisory capacity to shape strategy
Deliver findings and recommendations in a clear, actionable format
Recommend technical capabilities that will enable data strategies.

Ideal Experience:

8+ years in data strategy, analytics, or governance
Deep understanding of education-to-workforce data systems
Experience with public or third-party data sources relevant to education and labor markets
Familiarity with nonprofit or public sector data use cases
Background in consulting, especially within boutique or management consulting firms
Knowledge of data strategy frameworks (e.g., DCAM, CDMC, DMBOK) is a plus

Compensation: $600–$960/day(1099 through Paragon Advisory) and based on experience

Apply By: September 17, 2025

Why Work with Paragon Advisory?

Paragon Advisory is a boutique consulting firm specializing in data, risk, and AI strategy. We partner with organizations building ethical, scalable, and impactful data programs.

We offer:

Access to high-impact, mission-aligned consulting engagements
The flexibility and autonomy of independent work with the backing of a trusted brand
Competitive compensation aligned to market and experience
A community of experienced peers and leadership who understand your work
Opportunities for repeat engagements and long-term project alignment

To Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to management@paragonadvisors.co Subject line: Application – Principal Data Analytics Advisor

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $960.00 - $1,200.00 per day

Application Question(s):

Can you walk us through a recent project where you designed and deployed an LLM-powered application in an enterprise setting?

Work Location: Remote

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