Financial Investigations Data Scientist (Consultant)

Guidehouse Inc.
McLean, VA, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$74,000.0 - $124,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Data Analysis Big Data Network Analysis Data Visualization Relational Databases Fraud Prevention and Detection Apache Hive Python (Programming Language) PostgreSQL Link Analysis Machine Learning Microsoft SQL Server
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Natural Language Processing Oracle (Applications) SQL Databases Unstructured Data SARS Software Products Apache Spark Information Technology Data Analytics Data Management

Requirements

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED “SECRET” Federal or DoD security clearance.
  • Must be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Criminal Justice, Intelligence Studies, or a related field.
  • Minimum of Three(3) years of experience cleaning, transforming, analyzing, and interpreting complex datasets.
  • Experience using Python, SQL, and data analytics libraries to query, manipulate, and analyze data.
  • Experience working with structured and unstructured data in large-scale data environments.
  • Experience with statistical analysis, machine learning, anomaly detection, natural language processing, or related analytical techniques.
  • Experience querying and analyzing data using relational databases and data platforms such as SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Hive, Spark, or similar technologies.
  • Experience creating data visualizations, dashboards, reports, or other analytical products.
  • Ability to document analytical methodologies and results in a clear, concise, and repeatable manner.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willing to work from client site in Washington, DC five(5) days a week.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Experience supporting financial crime, fraud, regulatory, intelligence, or investigative programs.
  • Experience analyzing BSA data, including SARs, CTRs, wire transfers, account activity, or other financial intelligence datasets.
  • Experience performing entity resolution, link analysis, network analysis, or relationship mapping.
  • Experience supporting FinCEN, Treasury, DOJ, DHS, law enforcement, regulatory, or other federal government programs.

Benefits & conditions

The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. 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.

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