The Search For Analysts To Make Sense Of "Big Data"

The surge in tech hiring appears to be high math and statistics skill combined with some core area.
Recent NPR Morning Edition piece, in two parts, The Search For Analysts To Make Sense Of 'Big Data'
Part 1  http://www.npr.org/2011/11/29/142521910/the-digital-breadcrumbs-that-lead-to-big-data?ps=rs
Part 2  http://www.npr.org/2011/11/30/142893065/the-search-for-analysts-to-make-sense-of-big-data
A company showcased in the second part of the story is The Climate Corporation http://www.climate.com/
From the company website:
"Across the United States, extreme weather from drought in Texas to record flooding in North Dakota has caused widespread crop loss. To better reflect its mission to help all people and businesses adapt to climate change, ...The Climate Corporation combines Big Data, climatology and agronomics to protect the $3 trillion global agriculture industry with automated full-season weather insurance. ..."