Data Scientist - National Security

Guidehouse Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Disability Insurance

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning Opportunities

Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Data Science Consultant to support DHS missions, delivering end-to-end analytics from data wrangling to BI and predictive analytics. You will work on large datasets, build dashboards with Power BI, and help automate processes while communicating findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance, a Bachelor's degree, and 3+ years of data analytics or data engineering experience. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 3+ years of experience in data analytics, data science, or data engineering.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Data analytics

Automation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Power BI

ArcGIS

Databricks

Palantir

AWS

Job description

Job Family : Data Science Consulting

Travel Required : Up to 10%

Clearance Required : Active Top Secret (TS)

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:

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

• 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:

• Five (5) years of experience in data science and data analytics
• Experienced in intelligence analysis, vetting, and investigative support.
• 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.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@mywo