Data Scientist - National Security

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 SQLDesign 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 Pay Down…