Data Scientist

Guidehouse•Arlington, VA

About The Position

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).

Requirements

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
At least THREE (3) years of experience in consulting, data analytics, or project management

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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 make recommendations (both oral and written)

Benefits

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