Title: Data Analyst III (Sustainability Data Analyst)
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Arlington,VA
 
Job Description:

• The Data Validation Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of supplier carbon emissions data allocated to AWS and Carbon-Free Energy (CFE) procurement. This position serves as a bridge between sustainability goals and supplier reporting, establishing robust data collection frameworks and validation processes that support our climate commitments.
• This role requires deep expertise in corporate greenhouse gas emissions reporting, life-cycle analysis, sustainability metrics, and internal controls over sustainability data.

 
Key Responsibilities:
Data Collection & Supplier Engagement

• Collect and validate allocated emissions data from suppliers across AWS's supply chain
• Design and deliver comprehensive communications packages that guide suppliers through data submission requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with supplier sustainability teams to ensure timely, accurate data delivery

 
Technical Expertise & Guidance:

• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on sustainability technical accounting topics, GHG quantification methodologies, and internal controls over sustainability reporting
• Develop training materials and guidance documentation to build capability across relevant teams and leadership
• Provide technical consultation on complex carbon accounting scenarios, including Scope 3 allocation methodologies

 
Process Design & Controls:

• Design and oversee the implementation of robust data collection processes, internal controls, and validation procedures to ensure data integrity and reliability
• Partner with technology teams to identify automation opportunities and design scalable tech solutions for data collection and validation
• Establish quality assurance checkpoints that align with third-party assurance requirements

 
Documentation & Compliance:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of sustainability accounting methodologies, data sources, calculation approaches, and internal controls
• Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that support audit readiness and process consistency
• Ensure documentation meets the requirements of relevant frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD, ESRS) and assurance standards

 
Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in corporate sustainability, carbon accounting, life-cycle assessment (LCA), and/or sustainability third-party assurance
• Demonstrated expertise in GHG emissions quantification methodologies and reporting standards, including Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to work with complex, multi-source datasets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience conducting or supporting assurance engagements or internal audits over sustainability metrics
• Master's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• In-depth knowledge of sustainability accounting and disclosure frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, ESRS, GHG Protocol) with demonstrated expertise in applying them to real-world reporting scenarios
• Experience with supplier engagement programs and supply chain emissions data collection
• Proficiency in data management tools and platforms; experience with SQL, Python, or similar analytical tools is a plus
• Track record of developing scalable processes and internal controls that support data quality and audit readiness
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience presenting to senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Professional certifications such as GHG Inventory Quantifier, Sustainability Assurance Practitioner, or similar credentials

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 50.00/hr.