Job Family :Data Science ConsultingTravel Required :NoneClearance Required :Ability to Obtain SecretWhat You Will Do :Guidehouse is seeking a Data Scientist to join our Defense and Security Segment, where the individual will collect, transform, integrate, and analyze data to identify trends, assess performance, develop visualizations in support of organizational and mission goals, and support decision-making for information technology programs within the Department of State (DOS). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Accessing data sources, establishing data connections, and pre-processing data for analysis
Defining data requirements and ensuring storage, availability, and coherence of electronically stored information meets the organization's needs
Designing data modeling processes, creating algorithms and predictive models, and performing ad hoc/exploratory data analysis to support data-driven decision making, including use of advanced analytics techniques such as predictive modeling and machine learning
Leading data driven analytic activities involving the identification of key indicators for compliance and effective performance critical to mission/business success
Manipulating large data sets, data mining, and structuring of raw data using open sources tools such as Python to formulate or recognize patterns to generate new information and unlock information and insights that help the organization better manage risks
Designing and developing data visualizations and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights and BI
Utilizing analytics tools for data visualization and business intelligence (BI), such as Tableau and Power BI
Delivery of client services, while also supporting business development, internal firm initiatives, and ongoing professional development
What You Will Need :
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Secret Clearance
B.S. or B.A. in a relevant quantitative and/or computational discipline and 3+ years of relevant professional experience – OR-
M.S./M.A. degree in a relevant quantitative and/or computational discipline and 2+ years of relevant professional experience
High level of proficiency in Python
Intermediate proficiency in Tableau dashboard development
Strong communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to support hybrid on-site project in the DC metro area
What Would Be Nice To Have :
Top Secret Clearance
6+ years of relevant professional experience -OR- 5+ years of relevant professional experience with a relevant M.S./M.A. degree
Knowledge of additional coding languages such as R and SQL
Proficiency in PowerBI
Proficiency in Excel
Competencies in IT Risk and/or Cyber domains
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 GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, 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.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.
