Data Specialist

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Holidays

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Mobility Stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse in Arlington, VA is seeking a Data Scientist to analyze data, build dashboards with Power BI, and apply SQL and Power Platform to drive decision making on DARPA programs.

The role requires 4+ years in data science, an Active SECRET clearance, and strong communication to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Travel up to 10% is possible.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET DoD clearance.
• 4+ years of data science, analytics, data development, or data management.
• Hands-on Power BI, SQL, and Power Platform experience.
• Strong technical communication skills.
• Ability to manage error handling, data validation, and data correction workflows.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data analysis to identify trends and insights.
• Design, build, and maintain dashboards using Power BI.
• Utilize SQL, Power Platform to manage, analyze, transform, and visualize data.
• Implement data quality checks and corrections.
• Prepare technical documents and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate within a team and take direction from multiple leaders.
• Support DARPA program objectives with analytical rigor and adaptability.

Skills

Power BI

SQL

Power Platform

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Power Apps

Power Automate

Job description

Job Family: Data Science (DAN)

Travel Required: Up to 10%

Clearance Required: Active Secret

What You Will Do

• Conduct data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Design, build, and maintain dashboards using Power BI to support mission‑critical decision making.
• Utilize SQL, Power BI, and the broader Power Platform to manage, analyze, transform, and visualize data.
• Implement and manage error handling, quality checks, and data correction processes.
• Prepare clear technical documentation and communicate findings to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and take direction from multiple sources across a complex project environment.
• Support ongoing DARPA program objectives through analytical rigor, innovation, and adaptability.

What You Will Need

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
• FOUR (4) or more years of experience in data science, analytics, data development, or data management.
• Hands‑on experience with Power BI, SQL, and Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, etc.).
• Strong technical communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage error handling, perform data validation, and lead data correction workflows.
• Proven experience conducting data analysis and developing dashboards for diverse end users.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and accept direction from multiple leaders.

What Would Be Nice to Have

• Experience with people analytics or workforce/HR‑related datasets.
• Prior experience as a Power BI Developer or experience developing enterprise‑grade BI solutions.
• Familiarity with advanced analytics, statistical modeling, or data engineering concepts.

What We Offer

• 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

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.

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.

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