Program Analyst - Data and Analytics

As a Program Analyst focused on Data and Analytics, you will contribute to the Department of State (DoS) Political-Military Affairs Bureau’s analytical mission by developing dashboards, visualizations, and executive-level reporting products that translate complex program and performance information into actionable insights. Your work will involve analyzing trends in programmatic, operational, and policy-related data; preparing concise analytical narratives; and ensuring that findings are accessible and aligned to leadership priorities. You will coordinate with program managers, subject-matter experts, and data stewards to refine requirements, validate metrics, and maintain data quality. Additionally, you will play a key role in advancing data literacy and promoting analytic best practices across the organization by supporting training, documentation, and guidance for stakeholders working with data products.

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED “SECRET” Federal or DoD security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in data science, public policy, international affairs, or a related discipline required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in data analysis, visualization, or program evaluation, preferably with federal agencies.
• Experience in Microsoft Power BI, Excel, and other data analysis or visualization platforms; familiarity with SQL preferred.
• Experience in translating program and performance data into clear analytical products, dashboards, and executive-level reporting.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Professional certifications or formal training in data analytics or visualization (e.g., Power BI or Tableau) desirable.
• Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills.
• Prior experience creating stakeholder training, user guides, or enablement materials to support data literacy and adoption of analytic tools.
• Background supporting cross-functional teams or interagency coordination, especially in environments where policy, operations, and data intersect.

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. 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.

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 Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities 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.