Financial Investigations Data Scientist

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a data science-focused professional to lead analytical workstreams for complex financial crime investigations. You will apply advanced methods to structured and unstructured data to identify illicit activity and support regulatory decisions.

Requirements include an active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a Bachelor’s in a related field plus 4 years of relevant experience. This role is onsite in Washington, DC five days a week with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Active and CURRENT Secret clearance required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Python

SQL

PySpark

Machine learning

Natural language processing

Data visualization

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science or related field

Tools

Hive

Spark

Hadoop

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Job description

Job Family: Risk & Regulatory Compliance ConsultingTravel 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.

Salary & Compensation:

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.

• 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. 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. guidehouse.com