Data Scientist - National Security

Guidehouse Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Discretionary bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Mobility Stipend

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a data analytics consultant to join our AI and Data Defense and Security team in Arlington, VA. You will help clients maximize value from data, perform analytics across the pipeline from data wrangling to BI, and support DHS mission goals with hands-on technical work and clear communication.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in data analytics or data engineering, with Python, R, SQL and Power BI experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in data analytics, data science, business analytics or data engineering.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assess opportunities to incorporate advanced analysis and automation into current operations.
• Collect, clean, transform, and analyze large datasets using Python, R, and SQL.
• Design and develop data visualization and dashboard solutions using Power BI to provide analytics insights.
• Identify patterns, trends, and anomalies to support investigative and operational decisions.
• Analyze processes and identify automation and optimization opportunities.
• Summarize results and recommendations in reports and briefings.
• Balance competing priorities and support quick turn and ad hoc requests.

Skills

Data analytics

Data science

Data engineering

Python

R

SQL

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Power BI

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. This individual will support mission goals within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They will support all phases of analytic development, from the strategic assessment and identification of opportunities to incorporate advanced analysis and automation, through requirements gathering, data collection, performing analyses to delivery actionable intelligence and support law enforcement efforts. This role requires hands on technical expertise and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assess and recommend opportunities to incorporate advanced analysis and automation into current operations
• Collecting, cleaning, transforming, and analyzing large datasets using tools such as Python, R, and SQL
• Design and development of data visualization and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights using Power BI
• Identifying patterns, trends, and anomalies to support investigative efforts and operational decision-making
• Analyzing existing processes and identifying opportunities for automation and optimization
• Summarizing and presenting results and recommendations through written reports and briefings
• Balance competing priorities including to supporting quick turn and ad hoc requests

What You Will Need

• Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS Public Trust
• Bachelors Degree
• THREE (3) or more years of experience in data analytics, data science, business analytics or data engineering

What Would Be Nice to Have

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance. Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance
• Five (5) years of experience in data science and data analytics
• Experience supporting law enforcement, intelligence, or investigative environments
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Experience with geospatial data and tools (e.g., ArcGIS)
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience conducting data validation, data quality assessments, and query optimization
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Familiarity with cloud-based analytics environments (such as, Databricks, Palantir, AWS, Azure, or Google)
• Experience conducting financial intelligence analysis, forensic accounting, open-source intelligence, and/or criminal investigations support
• Familiarity with financial and/or cryptocurrency data analysis
• Experience working with structured and unstructured investigative datasets

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.