Guidehouse · 3 hours ago
Security Assistance Data Analyst
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$87K/yr - $131K/yr
8+ years expGuidehouse is seeking a Security Assistance Data Analyst to support Department of State security assistance programming. This role involves managing complex datasets, developing automated workflows, and creating tools to oversee foreign assistance accounts, while collaborating with program managers and stakeholders to enhance program efficiency.
AdviceConsultingManagement Consulting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support program officers in budgeting and execution of multi‑billion‑dollar security assistance accounts, including general accounting, data entry, validation, reconciliation, and reporting across data management systems
Coordinate with interagency stakeholders, including financial examiners and other oversight entities, as directed
Track the funding approval process for more than $6 billion annually, including clearance workflows across multiple departments
Conduct budgetary research, data collection, validation, analysis, modeling, and reporting to support briefings, program reviews, and decision‑making
Optimize current data management systems and support development of new tools, workflows, and dashboards to streamline reporting
Provide timely responses to requests for budgetary, financial, and programmatic data
Assist program officers with budget formulation, incorporating strategic planning guidance, performance measures, and requirements from relevant strategy documents
Perform analytical, forecasting, and interpretive functions for the management and control of financial resources, including tracking current and prior‑year funds
Conduct studies and audits related to allocation and allotment of funds and ensure compliance with governing financial laws and regulations such as Appropriations Law, the Foreign Assistance Act, and the Arms Export Control Act
Recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls and implement approved enhancements
Ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures to safeguard organizational integrity and protect sensitive information and equipment
Qualification
Required
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED 'SECRET' Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree in international relations, political science, economics, data analytics, or a related field
EIGHT (8) years of experience in data management, analysis, visualization, workflow development, financial tracking, or delivering data‑driven insights to support programmatic decision‑making including TWO (2) years of experience developing automated workflows and dashboards to streamline data management and reporting; a Master's degree may be used in lieu of TWO (2) years' engineering experience
Preferred
Experience working with large datasets, ensuring data accuracy, and optimizing information for decision making
Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and communicate findings to diverse audiences
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple ongoing tasks and processes simultaneously
Strong oral and written communication skills with experience presenting complex information
Experience working within security assistance or security cooperation programs
Prior experience working on budget and fiscal processes for large‑scale federal programs, particularly within foreign assistance or defense‑related portfolios
Knowledge of U.S. Government foreign assistance, security assistance, or security cooperation frameworks
Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools, including Microsoft Excel, Lists, Power BI, and other Microsoft applications
Benefits
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
Company
Guidehouse
Guidehouse offers consulting services for public and commercial markets with expertise in management, technology, and risk consulting.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.75MKey Investors
Mission Daybreak
2023-11-06Acquired
2023-02-16Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Scott McIntyre
Chairman and CEO
Alicia Harkness
Partner
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