Data Analyst

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Data Analyst in the Arlington, VA area to identify and connect databases across data warehouse tools, primarily via APIs, Power Apps, and Bots. You will develop dashboards, maintain data quality metrics, and contribute to the data architecture for DoD projects.

The role supports hybrid work with on-site presence 2–3 days per week and requires the ability to obtain SECRET clearance. A Bachelor’s degree and 1+ year of data experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience with large data sets and data management or reporting/visualization technologies (Power BI, Databricks, Palantir).
• Experience with AI agents and using AI to produce outcomes.
• Hybrid work environment; onsite 2–3 days per week at designated office location.

Responsibilities

• Identify internal/external databases to connect within data warehouse tools.
• Connect data sets using APIs, Power Apps, or Bots; maintain data syncs.
• Develop dashboards to display KPIs and maintain data quality metrics.
• Design, modify, and maintain data infrastructure to accelerate data analysis and reporting.

Skills

Data analysis

APIs & data integration

Power BI

Palantir Foundry

Advana

Power Apps

DAX

Databricks

SQL

Python

R

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Power Automate

Databricks

Power BI

Palantir Foundry

Advana

Job description

Job Family: Data Engineering & Architecture Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Secret

What You Will Do:

As a Data Analyst, you will be working to identify internal/external databases to be connected within multiple data warehouse tools. You will work with both the external database administrators and the broader data support team to connect data sets primarily using APIs, Power Apps, or Bots. You will also be responsible for maintaining data syncs, developing dashboards to display critical KPIs, documenting and implementing changes, and maintaining data quality metrics and the data architecture/model for the project.

Data management

• Work with external database admins and data warehouse support team to sync databases
• Maintain data sync quality
• Structure large data sets to find usable information (Mapping)
• Designing, developing, and modifying data infrastructure to accelerate the processes of data analysis and reporting
• Maintaining data management plans and instructions for operating complex business systems
• Evaluating the design, selection, and implementation of database changes by comparing them with business requirements and design documents
• Mapping and joining together multiple siloed, disparate data sets using Palantir Foundry (pipelines), Advana, and Power BI DAX
• Update data architecture/model as needed
• Power Automate Flow Construction

Data Analysis

• Develop creative methods of joining multiple, disparate datasets to produce meaningful insight
• Collaborate with team members to collect and analyze data
• Establish KPIs to measure the effectiveness of business decisions
• Develop Power BI Dashboards to showcase analysis

Soft skills to work together with a team of analysts in an ad-hoc environment to process information.

What You Will Need:

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance before onboarding with Guidehouse. A Bachelor’s degree is required ONE (1) or more years of experience (includes internships) working with large amounts of data Experience building AI agents and using AI to produce outcomes Knowledge of data management and reporting/data visualization technologies (Power BI, Databricks, Palantir Products) This role operates in a hybrid work environment. Candidates must be willing and able to work onsite at least 2–3 days per week at the designated office location, with additional onsite attendance as required by business or client needs

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Experience working in the Federal/DoD IT environment Candidates with an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred. Experience in IT and Financial data management or USAF Financials Coding skills in Python, R, SQL, or other languages are a plus Experience with statistical software Experience with Automated connections to multiple systems Experience in finding inefficiencies and deploying automated solutions to streamline outputs. Financial systems knowledge Technical writing skills Knowledge of modern database and information technologies SharePoint design and administration

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail].

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.

Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process. If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail].

Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com