Financial Investigations Data Scientist

Guidehouse; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays and Sick Time

Bonus eligibility

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a data science professional to lead analytical workstreams for complex financial crime investigations in the Risk & Regulatory Compliance Consulting practice.

The role emphasizes applying Python/SQL/PySpark, machine learning, NLP, and data visualization to identify illicit activity and support enforcement decisions. On-site work in the Washington, DC area is required.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE and CURRENT Secret clearance required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 4+ years of experience delivering analytical insights.
• Experience with financial data, SARs/CTRs, or related datasets.
• Strong Python/SQL/PySpark and data science skills.
• Experience in large data environments (Hive/Spark/Hadoop).
• Ability to translate analytics into memos or briefings.
• Willing to work onsite in Washington, DC five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical workstreams supporting complex financial crime investigations.
• Apply advanced data science methods to structured/unstructured data to identify illicit activity and support regulatory decisions.

Skills

Python

SQL

PySpark

Machine learning

Natural language processing

Data visualization

Statistical analysis

Entity resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science / Statistics / Computer Science / Mathematics / Economics / Finance / Criminal Justice / Intelligence Studies or related field

Tools

Hive

Spark

Hadoop

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Job description

Job Family

Risk & Regulatory Compliance Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Clearance Required

Active Secret

What 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 U.S. Citizen.

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Criminal Justice, Intelligence Studies, or related field.

• Four (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.

• Willing to work onsite in Washington, DC five (5) days per week.

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 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.

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 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.