Financial Management (FM) Palantir Data Management Data Analyst

Guidehouse•Tysons Corner, VA

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Financial Management (FM) Palantir Management Data Analyst within Guidehouse’s Defense and Security Financial Management Practice, you will lead teams support Department of War clients in designing, developing, and enhancing modern solutions in the Vantage platform, leveraging Palantir Found that strengthen financial management operations, improve financial reporting and data transparency, and enable data-driven decision-making across enterprise financial management transformation initiatives. You will serve as the primary point of contact for client leadership, providing strategic guidance and maintaining strong client relationships. Additionally, you will supervise and mentor project team members and foster collaboration, accountability, and professional development across the program.

Requirements

Active and maintained Secret Federal or DoW security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of FIVE (5) years of professional experience
Selected candidate must be able to commute to the client site or Guidehouse offices.
Experience with Palantir Foundry, including Workshop.
Experience in Python, SQL, PySpark, and Spark-based data processing.
Experience building or supporting data solutions using Palantir Foundry, including pipelines, transforms, datasets, and data lineage.
Experience working with relational and analytical data stores (e.g., Databricks, Oracle, Postgres, SQL Server) and applying sound data modeling principles.
Experience handling federal financial data, including budget, execution, and accounting data, with an understanding of data controls and reconciliation needs.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence senior stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Direct experience supporting DoW financial, PPBE, comptroller/CFO, or audit-related programs.
Experience supporting or integrating Palantir with DoD Advana
Understanding and experience with Federal financial systems (e.g., GFEBS, Navy ERP, DAI, DEAMS) and Federal financial management and accounting concepts, data structures, and policy (e.g., Treasury Financial Manual, OMB Circular A-123, SFFAS, USSGL).
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Familiarity with Git-based version control, CI/CD concepts, and Agile delivery methodologies in secure environments.
Prior experience working directly within the Advana/Vantage ecosystems or adjacent DoD enterprise analytics platforms.
Certifications (Palantir, AWS, Azure, Databricks).
Familiarity with data governance, metadata management, lineage, and access controls in classified or controlled unclassified environments.
Understanding of DoW data, security, and compliance frameworks (e.g., RMF, ATO processes).
Previous consulting experience supporting federal or defense clients.

Responsibilities

Lead teams support Department of War clients in designing, developing, and enhancing modern solutions in the Vantage platform, leveraging Palantir Found that strengthen financial management operations, improve financial reporting and data transparency, and enable data-driven decision-making across enterprise financial management transformation initiatives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for client leadership, providing strategic guidance and maintaining strong client relationships.
Supervise and mentor project team members and foster collaboration, accountability, and professional development across the program.

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