Andrew Harris
About Andrew Harris
Andrew Harris is a Data Scientist with extensive experience in system administration and advanced data analysis techniques. He holds a Master of Science in Finance from the University of Southern California and has worked at Benefitfocus since 2018, specializing in time series analysis and data visualization.
Work at Benefitfocus
Andrew Harris has been employed at Benefitfocus as a Data Scientist since 2018. In this role, he applies his expertise in data analysis and visualization to support the company's objectives. His work involves utilizing advanced statistical techniques and programming languages to derive insights from data. Benefitfocus, based in Charleston, South Carolina, focuses on providing cloud-based benefits management solutions.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Harris holds a Master of Science in Finance from the University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business, where he studied from 2015 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, Accounting, Statistics, and Philosophy from UC Santa Barbara, completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. His educational background supports his specialization in advanced time series analysis techniques, including ARIMA and GARCH modeling.
Background
Prior to his current role, Andrew worked as an Analyst at Econ One Research from 2017 to 2018 in Los Angeles, California. He also served as a Part-Time Instructional Associate for a Data Science course at General Assembly in New York from 2016 for approximately nine months. His diverse experiences have contributed to his strong foundation in data science and analytics.
Technical Skills
Andrew Harris possesses a strong technical skill set in data analysis and system administration. He is proficient in programming languages such as Python and R, utilizing libraries like pandas, sklearn, tidyverse, and caret for data manipulation and visualization. He has practical experience with relational databases, including SAS Proc SQL, MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL. Additionally, he effectively uses version control systems like Git and GitHub for code management.
Data Visualization and Analysis Techniques
Andrew specializes in creating data visualizations using tools such as ggplot2 and seaborn/matplotlib. His expertise extends to advanced analytical techniques, particularly in time series analysis. He employs methods like ARIMA and GARCH modeling to analyze complex datasets, enabling informed decision-making and strategic insights.