Senior Business Analytics Consultant

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

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Sr. Data Analytics Consultant to support Homeland Security and Federal Law Enforcement clients in Washington, DC.

You will analyze business challenges, develop data-driven recommendations, and implement BI, automation, and low-code solutions to improve mission operations and organizational effectiveness. The role requires a Top Secret clearance, 5+ years of consulting experience, and strong skills in Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Business, CS, Analytics, etc.).
• 5+ years of professional consulting/BI/analytics experience.
• Intermediate Python and Power BI dashboard development skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate processes and data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead requirements gathering, stakeholder interviews, and discovery sessions.
• Develop executive dashboards, KPIs, and data visualizations.
• Design Power Apps solutions for data collection and workflow tracking.
• Create Power Automate workflows to automate processes and improve data quality.

Skills

Python

Power BI

Excel pivot tables

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

Job description

Job Family:Management ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Active Top Secret (TS)What You Will Do:Guidehouse is seeking a Sr. Data Analytics Consultant to support Homeland Security and Federal Law Enforcement clients in improving mission operations, enhancing organizational effectiveness, and advancing digital transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor, partnering with client stakeholders to analyze business challenges, evaluate operational processes, develop data-driven recommendations, and implement solutions leveraging analytics, business intelligence, automation, and low-code technologies. This role combines consulting, process improvement, and technical solution delivery to help clients achieve mission-critical outcomes.Responsibilities:Evaluate business processes, operational workflows, and organizational challenges to identify opportunities for improvement and modernization.Lead requirements gathering sessions, stakeholder interviews, workshops, and discovery meetings to understand client needs and define solution strategies.Analyze business problems and operational data to identify trends, risks, performance gaps, and opportunities for increased efficiency.Develop and maintain executive dashboards, scorecards, and data visualizations using Power BI and other analytics tools.Design and implement Power Apps solutions that streamline data collection, case management, workflow tracking, and operational reporting.Develop Power Automate workflows to automate business processes, improve data quality, and reduce manual effort.Translate business requirements into scalable technical and functional solution designs.Develop key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics frameworks, and performance measurement strategies that support mission and organizational objectives.Conduct process analysis and recommend improvements that enhance effectiveness, accountability, and decision-making.Create process maps, workflow diagrams, user stories, functional requirements, and technical documentation.Present findings, recommendations, and solutions to client leadership and program stakeholders.Collaborate with client teams, technical resources, and project managers to ensure successful solution delivery and adoption.Support continuous improvement initiatives through analytics, reporting, and business process automation.Deliver client services while supporting business development activities, proposal efforts, internal initiatives, and professional development.Manage project tasks, timelines, and deliverables while balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic consulting environment** This role is 100% onsite **What You Will Need:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TOP SECRET Federal or DoD security clearanceBachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Public Administration, Engineering, or a related field.FIVE (5) or more years of professional experience in consulting, business analysis, business intelligence, analytics, process improvement, or technology transformation.Intermediate proficiency in Python and/or PowerBI dashboard developmentIntermediate proficiency in Excel, including pivot tablesWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Experience documenting requirements, creating functional specifications, technical user guides, and preparing wireframes/flowchartsExperience with HR data analytics and reporting.Knowledge and experience working with Power Apps and Power AutomateThe 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 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]. 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. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. 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