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Data Scientist - National Security

US - VA, Arlington

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What you’ll work on

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  • Collect, clean, transform and analyze large datasets using Python, R and SQL

  • Design and build data visualization and dashboard solutions in Power BI

  • Identify patterns, trends and anomalies to support investigative and operational decisions

  • Find processes that can be automated or optimized

  • Write reports and briefings presenting results and recommendations

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Collecting, cleaning, transforming, and analyzing large datasets using tools such as Python, R, and SQL
Design and development of data visualization and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights using Power BI
Identifying patterns, trends, and anomalies to support investigative efforts and operational decision-making
Analyzing existing processes and identifying opportunities for automation and optimization
Summarizing and presenting results and recommendations through written reports and briefings

What you’ll bring

All qualifications

Core experience

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DHS Public Trust
  • 3+ years in data analytics, data science, business analytics or data engineering
  • Bachelor's degree

Preferred experience

  • Experience supporting law enforcement, intelligence, or investigative environments
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Experience with geospatial data and tools (e.g., ArcGIS)
  • Experience conducting data validation, data quality assessments, and query optimization
Qualification wording
Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS Public Trust
THREE (3) or more years of experience in data analytics, data science, business analytics or data engineering
Bachelors Degree
Experience supporting law enforcement, intelligence, or investigative environments
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Experience with geospatial data and tools (e.g., ArcGIS)
Experience conducting data validation, data quality assessments, and query optimization
Education & alternatives
- Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS Public Trust - Bachelors Degree - THREE (3) or more years of experience in data analytics, data science, business analytics or data engineering

Tools in this posting

  • Python
  • R
  • SQL
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Databricks
  • Power BI
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- Assess and recommend opportunities to incorporate advanced analysis and automation into current operations - Collecting, cleaning, transforming, and analyzing large datasets using tools such as Python, R, and SQL - Design and development of data visualization and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights using Power BI
- Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for technical and non-technical stakeholders - Familiarity with cloud-based analytics environments (such as, Databricks, Palantir, AWS, Azure, or Google) - Experience conducting financial intelligence analysis, forensic accounting, open-source intelligence, and/or criminal investigations support
- Collecting, cleaning, transforming, and analyzing large datasets using tools such as Python, R, and SQL - Design and development of data visualization and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights using Power BI - Identifying patterns, trends, and anomalies to support investigative efforts and operational decision-making

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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Job description

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Job Family:

Data Science Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

Our consultants on the AI and Data Defense and Security team help clients maximize the value of their data and automate business processes. This high performing team works with clients to implement the full spectrum of data analytics and data science, from data querying and wrangling to data engineering, to data visualization, dashboarding, and business intelligence (BI), to predictive analytics. This individual will support mission goals within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They will support all phases of analytic development, from the strategic assessment and identification of opportunities to incorporate advanced analysis and automation, through requirements gathering, data collection, performing analyses to delivery actionable intelligence and support law enforcement efforts. This role requires hands on technical expertise and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Assess and recommend opportunities to incorporate advanced analysis and automation into current operations
  • Collecting, cleaning, transforming, and analyzing large datasets using tools such as Python, R, and SQL
  • Design and development of data visualization and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights using Power BI
  • Identifying patterns, trends, and anomalies to support investigative efforts and operational decision-making
  • Analyzing existing processes and identifying opportunities for automation and optimization
  • Summarizing and presenting results and recommendations through written reports and briefings
  • Balance competing priorities including to supporting quick turn and ad hoc requests

What You Will Need:

  • Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS Public Trust
  • Bachelors Degree
  • THREE (3) or more years of experience in data analytics, data science, business analytics or data engineering

What Would Be Nice to Have:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance. Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance
  • Five (5) years of experience in data science and data analytics
  • Experience supporting law enforcement, intelligence, or investigative environments
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Experience with geospatial data and tools (e.g., ArcGIS)
  • Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Experience conducting data validation, data quality assessments, and query optimization
  • Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Familiarity with cloud-based analytics environments (such as, Databricks, Palantir, AWS, Azure, or Google)
  • Experience conducting financial intelligence analysis, forensic accounting, open-source intelligence, and/or criminal investigations support
  • Familiarity with financial and/or cryptocurrency data analysis
  • Experience working with structured and unstructured investigative datasets


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 RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. 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 guidehouse@myworkday.com.  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. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

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.

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What Would Be Nice to Have: - An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance. Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance - Five (5) years of experience in data science and data analytics

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