Junior Data Scientist

Guidehouse

. Design and develop data visualization and dashboard solutions using Tableau .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesJunior💰 $74,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data visualization and analytics, particularly using Tableau and R, while effectively communicating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Proficient in data engineering, ETL/ELT processes, and supporting organizational goals within the Department of Homeland Security.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Tableau Data VisualizationR ProgrammingData Analytics SolutionsETL/ELT ProcessesStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data VisualizationDashboard DevelopmentData CleaningData QueryingData WranglingPredictive AnalyticsUI/UX DesignFinancial Data AnalysisDatabricksBusiness Intelligence

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationPresentation SkillsClient Requirement GatheringAbility to Explain Technical Topics

Certifications & Qualifications

Federal or DHS Public Trust

Industry Keywords

Department of Homeland SecurityOperational DataAd Hoc RequestsInternal Firm Initiatives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ETLPythonTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop data visualization and dashboard solutions using Tableau
Lead and review data-cleaning scripts using R and Python
Maintain and enhance dashboards, analytics solutions, and reporting tools for operational and strategic decision-making
Balance competing priorities, including quick-turn and ad hoc requests
Support client services, business development, internal firm initiatives, and ongoing professional development
Support organizational and mission goals within the Department of Homeland Security
Implement data analytics and data science solutions spanning data querying, wrangling, engineering, visualization, dashboarding, BI, and predictive analytics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DHS Public Trust; approved adjudication required prior to onboarding
Bachelor's Degree
Experience with R and Tableau
Strong communication and presentation skills and ability to explain technical topics to non-technical audiences
Experience working with hiring or operational data
Strong UI/UX capabilities for dashboard development
Experience with financial data
Experience with Databricks
Ability to gather requirements and present to clients with strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of ETL/ELT processes and tools for data integration

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Up to 10% travel