Financial Investigations Data Scientist (Consultant)

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a data-driven professional to support financial crime investigations in a risk & regulatory compliance context. You will prepare, transform, and analyze large datasets using Python, SQL, and analytics libraries to uncover trends and investigative leads for AML and illicit finance matters.

The role requires an active SECRET clearance and US citizenship, with at least 3 years of experience handling structured and unstructured data in large environments.

Qualifications

• Active and maintained SECRET clearance (U.S. citizen)
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience cleaning, transforming, and analyzing large datasets
• Experience with Python, SQL, and data analytics libraries
• Experience with structured and unstructured data in large-scale environments
• Experience in statistical analysis, ML, anomaly detection, NLP or related techniques
• Experience querying data using relational databases and platforms such as SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Hive, Spark
• Experience creating data visualizations, dashboards, reports, and analytical products
• Ability to document analytical methodologies and results clearly and reproducibly
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willing to work on client site in Washington, DC five days a week

Responsibilities

• Support investigations, enforcement matters, and data analysis initiatives by preparing, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets
• Apply data science, statistics, and analytics techniques to identify trends, anomalies, patterns, and investigative leads for AML and illicit finance investigations
• Collaborate with senior investigators, analysts, and data scientists to contribute to analytical products and data-driven insights

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analytics libraries

Statistical analysis

Machine learning

Anomaly detection

Natural language processing

Data visualization

Dashboards

Reports

Documentation

Written and verbal communication

Education

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

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Hive

Spark

Job description

Job Family:Risk & Regulatory Compliance ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Active SecretWhat You Will Do:Support financial crime investigations, enforcement matters, and data analysis initiatives by preparing, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets. Apply data science, statistical, and analytical techniques to identify trends, anomalies, patterns, and investigative leads that support anti-money laundering (AML) and illicit finance investigations. Working alongside senior investigators, analysts, and data scientists, you will contribute to analytical products, data-driven insights, and investigative support activities.What You Will Need:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED \"SECRET\" Federal or DoD security clearance.Must be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements.Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Criminal Justice, Intelligence Studies, or a related field.Minimum of Three(3) years of experience cleaning, transforming, analyzing, and interpreting complex datasets.Experience using Python, SQL, and data analytics libraries to query, manipulate, and analyze data.Experience working with structured and unstructured data in large-scale data environments.Experience with statistical analysis, machine learning, anomaly detection, natural language processing, or related analytical techniques.Experience querying and analyzing data using relational databases and data platforms such as SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Hive, Spark, or similar technologies.Experience creating data visualizations, dashboards, reports, or other analytical products.Ability to document analytical methodologies and results in a clear, concise, and repeatable manner.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Willing to work from client site in Washington, DC five(5) days a week.What Would Be Nice To Have:Experience supporting financial crime, fraud, regulatory, intelligence, or investigative programs.Experience analyzing BSA data, including SARs, CTRs, wire transfers, account activity, or other financial intelligence datasets.Experience performing entity resolution, link analysis, network analysis, or relationship mapping.Experience supporting FinCEN, Treasury, DOJ, DHS, law enforcement, regulatory, or other federal government programs.The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. 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 InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse 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]. 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