Data Scientist- Financial Investigation

Guidehouse; Arlington (VA); 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

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a qualified risk and regulatory compliance professional to lead analytical workstreams for financial crime investigations. You will apply Python, SQL, PySpark and ML to structured and unstructured data, identify illicit activity patterns, and develop analytical products for regulatory decision-making.

The role requires an active Secret clearance, US citizenship, and experience translating findings into memoranda and briefs for investigators and regulatory teams.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE Secret clearance and US citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 4+ years developing analytical methods or workflows.
• Experience with financial data and BSA filings (SARs/CTRs).
• Strong Python, SQL, PySpark, ML, NLP, data viz and statistics.
• Experience performing entity resolution of entities and parties.
• Experience with large-scale data environments (Hive/Spark/Hadoop/PostgreSQL/Oracle).
• Ability to translate findings into memoranda and briefs.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical workstreams supporting complex financial crime investigations.
• Apply advanced data science to structured/unstructured data to identify illicit activity.
• Develop analytical products for regulatory decision-making.
• Collaborate with investigators, attorneys, and regulatory stakeholders.

Skills

Python

SQL

PySpark

Machine learning

Natural language processing

Data visualization

Statistical analysis

Entity resolution

Big data environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Hive

Spark

Hadoop

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Job description

Job Family:Risk & Regulatory Compliance ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Active SecretWhat You Will Do:Lead analytical workstreams supporting complex financial crime investigations and enforcement matters.Apply advanced data science methodologies to structured and unstructured datasets to identify patterns of illicit financial activity, support investigative findings, and develop analytical products used in regulatory and enforcement decision-making.What You Will Need:ACTIVE and CURRENT Secret clearance required.Must be US Citizen.Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Criminal Justice, Intelligence Studies, or related field.4+ years of experience developing analytical methods, models, tools, or workflows that deliver actionable insights.Experience analyzing financial data and BSA filings, including SARs, CTRs, wire transfers, transaction records, account activity, or related financial intelligence datasets.Strong proficiency with Python, SQL, PySpark, machine learning, natural language processing, data visualization, and statistical analysis.Experience performing entity resolution of businesses, companies, beneficial owners, or related parties using analytical techniques and methodologies.Experience working in large-scale data environments utilizing Hive, Spark, Hadoop, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar technologies.Experience translating analytical findings into memoranda, briefings, recommendations, or other decision-support products.Ability to independently execute analytical projects and collaborate directly with investigators, intelligence analysts, attorneys, and regulatory stakeholders.What Would Be Nice To Have:Experience supporting investigations involving money laundering, proliferation financing, terrorist financing, sanctions evasion, cyber-enabled financial crime, or complex fraud schemes.Experience analyzing blockchain, virtual currency, Fedwire, correspondent banking, or international transaction data.Experience supporting enforcement actions, regulatory reviews, or investigative matters.Prior experience supporting FinCEN, Treasury, DOJ, DHS, or other federal law enforcement or regulatory agencies.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 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 InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse 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.