Program Analyst - Data and Analytics

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Holidays

Discretionary Bonus

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Program Analyst focused on Data and Analytics to support the DoS Political-Military Affairs Bureau’s analytical mission. You will develop dashboards, visualizations, and executive-level reporting that translate complex program data into actionable insights, while coordinating with managers and data stewards to refine metrics and ensure data quality.

You will also promote data literacy and analytic best practices across the organization by supporting training,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data science, public policy, international affairs, or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of data analysis, visualization, or program evaluation, preferably with federal agencies.
• Experience translating data into dashboards and executive-level reporting; proficiency with Power BI and Excel; SQL familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop dashboards, visualizations, and executive-level reporting products.
• Analyze trends in programmatic, operational, and policy data to inform leadership decisions.
• Collaborate with program managers and data stewards to refine requirements and ensure data quality.

Skills

Data analysis

Visualization

Program evaluation

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Job description

What You Will Do

As a Program Analyst focused on Data and Analytics, you will contribute to the Department of State (DoS) Political-Military Affairs Bureau's analytical mission by developing dashboards, visualizations, and executive-level reporting products that translate complex program and performance information into actionable insights. Your work will involve analyzing trends in programmatic, operational, and policy-related data; preparing concise analytical narratives; and ensuring that findings are accessible and aligned to leadership priorities. You will coordinate with program managers, subject-matter experts, and data stewards to refine requirements, validate metrics, and maintain data quality. Additionally, you will play a key role in advancing data literacy and promoting analytic best practices across the organization by supporting training, documentation, and guidance for stakeholders working with data products.

Job Family

Data Science Consulting

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

Active Secret

What You Will Do

As a Program Analyst focused on Data and Analytics, you will contribute to the Department of State (DoS) Political-Military Affairs Bureau's analytical mission by developing dashboards, visualizations, and executive-level reporting products that translate complex program and performance information into actionable insights. Your work will involve analyzing trends in programmatic, operational, and policy-related data; preparing concise analytical narratives; and ensuring that findings are accessible and aligned to leadership priorities. You will coordinate with program managers, subject-matter experts, and data stewards to refine requirements, validate metrics, and maintain data quality. Additionally, you will play a key role in advancing data literacy and promoting analytic best practices across the organization by supporting training, documentation, and guidance for stakeholders working with data products.

What You Will Need

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in data science, public policy, international affairs, or a related discipline required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in data analysis, visualization, or program evaluation, preferably with federal agencies.
• Experience in Microsoft Power BI, Excel, and other data analysis or visualization platforms; familiarity with SQL preferred.
• Experience in translating program and performance data into clear analytical products, dashboards, and executive-level reporting.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Professional certifications or formal training in data analytics or visualization (e.g., Power BI or Tableau) desirable.
• Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills.
• Prior experience creating stakeholder training, user guides, or enablement materials to support data literacy and adoption of analytic tools.
• Background supporting cross-functional teams or interagency coordination, especially in environments where policy, operations, and data intersect.

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. 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.

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