Data Scientist

Job Family

Data Science Consulting

Up to 10%

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

Guidehouse is seeking a Data Scientist to join our AI & Data Defense and Security Segment, where the individual will collect and analyze data to identify trends, develop visualizations in support of organizational and mission goals, and support decision‑making for large‑scale programs within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design and develop data visualization and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights (Power BI)
• Collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data using a variety of methods and tools, such as R
• Identifying and creating additional data visualization capabilities, as needed
• Ensuring data governance and quality assurance standards are met
• Conducting data validation and remediation using tools such as R and Excel
• Analyzing current process and identifying potential improvements
• Working with team members to summarize and report on business process improvements to include gaps in current processes and initiatives to improve processes for an organization
• Organizing and leading client meetings, including scheduling meetings; drafting and delivering agendas and meeting minutes; providing and archiving required documentation; and documenting, tracking, and following‑up on action items
• Summarizing and presenting information and reports to the team and making recommendations (both oral and written)

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred
• Bachelors Degree
• THREE (3) or more years of experience in consulting, data analytics, or project management

• Active DHS Public Trust
• Law Enforcement experience
• Data visualization tools such as Power BI
• Good critical thinking skills, writing skills, and communication skills
• Experience in business analysis
• Experience connecting visualization to various types of data sources
• Experience developing training materials
• Experience with process improvement
• Database optimization
• Monitoring program operations to ensure compliance with federal regulations
• Knowledge of ETL/ELT processes and tools for data integration, such as Databricks, Snowflake, Azure Data Factory, Microsoft SQL Server tools (SSIS, SSMS, SSAS, SSRS), Azure Synapse Analytics
• Proficiency in querying data using SQL and experience optimizing SQL query performance for large datasets

The annual salary range for this position is $-$. 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.

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.

• 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
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

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