Data Scientist- Financial Investigation
Guidehouse
- Location
- US DC Washington
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $98k – $163k/yr
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
Skills
About this role
Job Family : Risk & Regulatory Compliance Consulting Travel Required : Up to 10% Clearance Required : Active Secret What You Will Do : Lead analytical workstreams supporting complex financial crime investigations and enforcement matters. Apply advanced data science methodologies to structured and unstructured datasets to identify patterns of illicit financial activity, support investigative findings, and develop analytical products used in regulatory and enforcement decision-making. What You Will Need : ACTIVE and CURRENT Secret clearance required. Must be US Citizen. Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Criminal Justice, Intelligence Studies, or related field. 4+ years of experience developing analytical methods, models, tools, or workflows that deliver actionable insights. Experience analyzing financial data and BSA filings, including SARs, CTRs, wire transfers, transaction records, account activity, or related financial intelligence datasets. Strong proficiency with Python, SQL, PySpark, machine learning, natural language processing, data visualization, and statistical analysis. Experience performing entity resolution of businesses, companies, beneficial owners, or related parties using analytical techniques and methodologies. Experience working in large-scale data environments utilizing Hive, Spark, Hadoop, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar technologies. Experience translating analytical findings into memoranda, briefings, recommendations, or other decision-support products. Ability to independently execute analytical projects and collaborate directly with investigators, intelligence analysts, attorneys, and regulatory stakeholders. What Would Be Nice To Have : Experience supporting investigations involving money laundering, proliferation financing, terrorist financing, sanctions evasion, cyber-enabled financial crime, or complex fraud schemes. Experience analyzing blockchain, virtual currency, Fedwire, correspondent banking, or international transaction data. Experience supporting enforcement actions, regulatory reviews, or investigative matters. Prior experience supporting FinCEN, Treasury, DOJ, DHS, or other federal law enforcement or regulatory agencies. The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. 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. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse