Engineering

Power BI Specialist

  • Location

    England

  • Sector:

    Defence

  • Job type:

    Contract

  • Salary:

    £400 - £450 per day + Outside IR35

  • Contact:

    Oliver Tincknell

  • Contact email:

    o.tincknell@ioassociates.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    BBBH166627_1756736527

  • Duration:

    6 months

  • Startdate:

    22/09/2025

Overview
A client of ours are in search of an SC cleared Power BI Specialist to support data-driven decision-making for one of their defence accounts. This role is pivotal in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that enhance operational efficiency, strategic planning, and mission success.
🧠 Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards and reports tailored to Defence operational needs
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across intelligence, logistics, and command teams to understand data requirements
  • Integrate data from secure sources including SQL Server, Excel, SharePoint, and bespoke Defence systems
  • Ensure compliance with MOD data governance, security protocols, and reporting standards
  • Optimise data models for performance and scalability in high-security environments
  • Provide training and support to end-users, fostering a data-literate culture across the organisation
  • Contribute to the development of data strategy and analytics capability within the Defence client
🛠️ Required Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience with Power BI (DAX, Power Query, Dataflows, Row-Level Security)
  • Strong understanding of data modelling, ETL processes, and visual storytelling
  • Experience working in secure environments with classified or sensitive data
  • Familiarity with MOD or Defence sector reporting frameworks and terminology
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently under strict confidentiality and compliance standards
  • Active SC clearance (used within the last 12 months)
  • Experience working with Fabric
🎯 Desirable
  • Experience with Azure Data Services, SQL Server, or other BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Qlik)
  • Knowledge of Defence operations, logistics, or intelligence workflows
  • Background in data science or advanced analytics (Python, R, ML models)