Job Family:
Data Science Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
The Security Assistance Data Analyst serves as the principal analyst and integrator for the Department of State (DoS) Political‑Military Affairs Bureau. In this role, you will lead data management, visualization, and reporting efforts related to Security Assistance accounts and interagency coordination. Your work will help drive informed decision‑making and strengthen program execution.
What You Will Need:
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in data analytics, visualization, or program evaluation, preferably with federal agencies.
Bachelor’s degree in international affairs, data science, political science, or a related discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
Demonstrated experience in Security Assistance or Security Cooperation program analysis, including familiarity with FMF, IMET, PKO/NSEA, and related budget accounts.
Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Power BI, Excel, SQL, and other data analysis or visualization platforms.
Demonstrated strong background in data transformation, automation, and process optimization for reporting and program management.
Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills with experience drafting executive-level data products and dashboards.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Professional certifications in data analytics, visualization, or process improvement (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Lean Six Sigma, or Change Management Professional) strongly desired.
Formal coursework or training in Security Cooperation (e.g., Defense Security Cooperation University) preferred.
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
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Skills Required
- Active and maintained Secret Federal or DoD security clearance
- Minimum of five years of experience in data analytics, visualization, or program evaluation
- Bachelor's degree in international affairs, data science, political science, or related discipline
- Advanced degree (preferred)
- Experience in Security Assistance or Security Cooperation program analysis (familiarity with FMF, IMET, PKO/NSEA, budget accounts)
- Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Power BI, Excel, and SQL
- Experience with data transformation, automation, and process optimization for reporting and program management
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; experience drafting executive‑level data products and dashboards
- Professional certifications in data analytics, visualization, or process improvement (Power BI, Tableau, Lean Six Sigma)
- Formal coursework or training in Security Cooperation (e.g., Defense Security Cooperation University)
Guidehouse Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Guidehouse and has not been reviewed or approved by Guidehouse.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests the benefits package includes broad medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, and disability coverage, which is often seen as a strong foundational offering. Access to HSA/FSA options further supports day-to-day healthcare and dependent-care needs.
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Parental & Family Support — Feedback suggests parental leave and adoption assistance are available, alongside an emergency back-up childcare program. These offerings indicate meaningful support for employees managing family responsibilities.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Feedback suggests flexible work options and counseling/EAP-style support are part of the broader rewards mix. Additional lifestyle-oriented perks like community events and referral programs are also described as available in some contexts.
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What We Do
Guidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. By combining our public and private sector expertise, we help clients address their most complex challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures focusing on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and digital services, we create scalable, innovative solutions that help our clients outwit complexity and position them for future growth and success. The company has more than 12,000 professionals in over 50 locations globally. Guidehouse is a Veritas Capital portfolio company, led by seasoned professionals with proven and diverse expertise in traditional and emerging technologies, markets, and agenda-setting issues driving national and global economies.
