Among operations research analysts, AI is already used for a large share of the tasks. Measured exposure for operations research analysts: 43% (high).

Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.

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About the job

Since 1989, SBA Communications has been a pillar of the wireless industry. Today, as a publicly traded global leader and S&P 500 company , our network of over 46,000 communication sites spans 10+ countries, forming the critical infrastructure that connects millions. We are the force behind the scenes —the essential infrastructure that keeps our world connected.

We are looking for innovators to join the dynamic team that makes it all possible. In an industry that moves fast, we rely on our agility to stay ahead of the curve and deliver results. However, we never achieve it alone. Our culture is defined by a "Team First" focus , where every team member matters, and we collaborate passionately to support our customers' objectives.

We believe in shared success. At SBA, we invite every team member to think like an owner.

In addition to a competitive salary range, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being.

This includes:

Financial Wellbeing

401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of a percentage of employee contributions and profit sharing, where applicable

Equity opportunities, including participation in company equity stock plans, where applicable

Health and Mental Wellbeing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions toward coverage

Paid parental leave and company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD), where eligible

Wellness programs and resources, including an employee assistance program and well-being initiatives

Personal Growth & Balance

Paid time off and company-paid holidays

Flexible work arrangements, including an allotment of remote workdays per year, depending on the role

Education assistance and professional development and certification or licensing support, where eligible

Performance-based bonus or incentive compensation, which may be available depending on the role

Benefit offerings are subject to plan terms, eligibility requirements, and applicable law, and may vary based on factors such as employment status, job classification, work location, and scheduled hours. Certain benefits may not be available to part-time employees or employees working fewer than 30 hours per week. The company reserves the right to modify or terminate benefit plans at any time, consistent with applicable law.

If you’re ready to make an impact with a stable industry leader, we want to hear from you.

Your Next Career Opportunity – Senior Data Analyst – Risk Insights & Dashboarding

The Senior Data Analyst will lead the development of risk dashboards and insights that support strategic decision-making across controlled processes. This role requires deep expertise in Power BI, data modeling, and risk analytics, along with the ability to collaborate with IT to ingest and manage data within the enterprise data lake. The analyst must also possess strong financial and audit risk acumen to build meaningful models and tell compelling stories through data.

What You Will Do – Primary Responsibilities

Design and maintain enterprise-level dashboards that visualize risk metrics, control effectiveness, and audit outcomes using Power BI.

Partner with IT teams to ensure seamless data ingestion into the data lake, including defining data requirements and validating data pipelines.

Build and maintain semantic models and self-service analytics layers to support audit and risk teams.

Develop predictive and descriptive models that support risk profiling and controlled process design.

Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights and narratives for senior leadership.

Ensure data quality, governance, and compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

Establish and uphold best practices for responsible AI use, including model transparency, ethical data handling, and bias mitigation.

Oversee governance frameworks for the enterprise data warehouse, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Contribute to the development of analytics frameworks and best practices.

Collaborate with finance, audit, compliance, and operations teams to align analytics with business objectives.

What You’ll Need – Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or related field. 5+ years of experience in data analytics, preferably in risk, audit, or financial environments.

Advanced proficiency in Power BI, SQL, and data visualization techniques.

Strong understanding of financial principles and audit risk frameworks (e.g., SOX, COSO).

Experience working with IT teams to manage data pipelines and data lake architecture.

Ability to craft compelling data stories and present insights to technical and non- technical audiences.

Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills

Preferred: Experience with enterprise audit platforms and GRC tools.

Familiarity with machine learning techniques for risk forecasting.

Knowledge of regulatory environments and enterprise risk management systems.

Physical Requirements and Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to stoop, bend, kneel or crouch.

Ability to stand, walk and sit.

Ability to reach with hands and arms

Visual ability correctable to 20/20.

Sitting up to 90% of the day.

Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.

Manual dexterity to input data into the computer and the calculator and operate the equipment listed above.

Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office/ Cubicle workspace.

Moderate noise level.

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