Data Scientist

Dovel Technologies, Inc; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Mobility Stipend

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Data Science Consulting professional to support the DHS data analytics initiative. The role emphasizes hands-on technical work across data querying, wrangling, engineering, visualization, and BI to drive mission-critical insights and data‑driven decisions.

You will contribute to dashboard development, analytics delivery, and business development efforts while collaborating with a high-performance team on security and national defense projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3+ years in data analytics, data science, business analytics or data engineering.
• Experience communicating complex topics to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DHS Public Trust.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop data visualization and dashboard solutions using Power BI.
• Lead and review data cleaning scripts using R.
• Maintain dashboards, analytics tools, and reporting for operational and strategic decisions.
• Apply structured critical thinking to break down client challenges and deliver data-driven recommendations.
• Ensure high-quality delivery by reviews and adherence to client standards.
• Manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Data analytics

Data science

Dashboard development

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Databricks

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

PowerApps

Job description

Job Family

Data Science Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do

Our consultants on the AI and Data Defense and Security team help clients maximize the value of their data and automate business processes. This high performing team works with clients to implement the full spectrum of data analytics and data science, from data querying and wrangling to data engineering, to data visualization, dashboarding, and business intelligence (BI), to predictive analytics. Our services enable our clients to define their information strategy, enable mission critical insights and data‑driven decision making, reduce cost and complexity, increase trust, and improve budget justifications and decision-making. This individual will support organizational and mission goals within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This role requires hands on technical expertise and strong communication skills.

• Design and development of data visualization and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights using Power BI
• Leading and reviewing, data cleaning scripts using R
• Maintain and enhance dashboards, analytics solutions, and reporting tools used in operational and strategic decision-making
• Apply structured critical thinking to break down complex client challenges, assess root causes, and develop clear, data‑driven recommendations that improve decision‑making and project outcomes
• Ensure high‑quality delivery across all work products by conducting thorough reviews, validating accuracy, and maintaining consistency with client standards, internal methodologies, and contractual requirements
• Manage competing deadlines and shifting priorities effectively by organizing work, communicating proactively, and maintaining steady progress across multiple workstreams in a fast‑paced environment
• Support business development (such as RFP, RFQ, and RFI responses and white papers), internal firm initiatives, and ongoing professional development

What You Will Need

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred
• Bachelors Degree THREE (3) or more years of experience in data analytics, data science, business analytics or data engineering

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What Would Be Nice to Have

• Strong communication and presentation skills and ability to explain technical topics to non-technical audiences
• Strong UI/UX capabilities for dashboard development
• Familiarity with PowerApps
• Familiarity with cloud-based analytics environments (such as, Databricks, Palantir, AWS, Azure, or Google)
• Experience with SQL
• Ability to gather requirements and present to clients with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of ETL/ELT processes and tools for data integration

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.

Contact for accommodation: Please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail].

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