Data Operations Specialist

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos is seeking a Data Operations Specialist to support and improve data workflows for Ameren Illinois' award-winning Energy Efficiency Programs. This role sits at the intersection of data quality, program operations, and customer impact-ensuring that businesses and residents receive accurate incentives that help reduce energy usage and costs.

This is more than a coordination role. You'll play a key part in maintaining data integrity, identifying process improvements, and supporting a high-performing team that directly influences program success.

What You'll Do

You'll own and improve the flow of program data from intake to reporting. Day-to-day, that means:

• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of program data across systems
• Review and validate incoming applications and documentation for energy efficiency incentives
• Identify data discrepancies, investigate root causes, and resolve issues proactively
• Track program activity and support reporting used by internal teams and stakeholders
• Support customer and partner inquiries related to applications and program data
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, program management, outreach)
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve how data is collected, managed, and reported

What Success Looks Like (First 6-12 Months)

• Become a trusted resource for data quality and program data processes
• Reduce recurring data errors through improved validation or workflow changes
• Increase efficiency in at least one key process (intake, tracking, or reporting)
• Build strong working relationships across program teams
• Contribute ideas that improve team performance-not just execute tasks

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma with 1-3 years of experience in data operations, program coordination, or similar role
• Strong attention to detail with a track record of maintaining high data accuracy
• Experience working with Excel (sorting, filtering, formulas; pivot tables a plus)
• Ability to identify, investigate, and resolve data inconsistencies
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication skills and ability to work across teams

You Might also have:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.

• Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce strongly preferred)
• Exposure to data reporting, dashboards, or process improvement work
• Experience prompting Artificial Intelligence to complete tasks and reviewing quality of results for accuracy.
• Experience in energy programs, utilities, or incentive-based programs

Why This Role:

• Growth Path: This role is designed as a stepping stone into data analytics, program operations, or energy program management
• Impact: Your work directly supports energy savings for thousands of customers
• Team: Join a collaborative group known for developing talent and promoting from within
• Stability + Purpose: Work on a long-standing, high-visibility energy efficiency program

Location & Work Model:

• Hybrid: 2-3 days in office per week
• Must be located within commuting distance to the Peoria IL office
• Schedule may adjust based on program needs

Although this role will primarily support the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program, Leidos will be the employer of the person, Ameren Illinois does not take any role in selecting the person for employment, and Ameren Illinois will not have any role in managing the work performed by the person.

Final Thought:

If you're someone who enjoys solving problems, improving how things work, and being the person others rely on to "get the data right," you'll do well here.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.