Job Family:Management Consulting
Travel Required:Up to 25%
Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:- Analyze primary and secondary information sources, including corporate records, media reporting, regulatory filings, and other publicly available data.
- Assess international corporate structures, supply chain linkages, and commercial risk factors.
- Gather, synthesize, and evaluate data to produce clear, well-supported industry and entity assessments.
- Conduct open-source research in English and Mandarin Chinese on global supply chains, priority industries, and international commercial activities.
- Develop research-based recommendations and present analytic findings directly to government clients, including senior leadership.
- Prepare written reports, briefings, and presentations for federal stakeholders.
- Monitor geopolitical and economic developments and assess implications for supply chain integrity and international trade risks.
- Collaborate with internal colleagues and interagency partners to support ongoing and ad-hoc projects.
What You Will Need:- Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
- ONE (1) or more years of experience with data collection, research methodologies, or intelligence-style analysis. Internships and academic research are acceptable
- Advanced Mandarin Chinese reading proficiency sufficient to independently evaluate original Chinese language materials.
- Ability to translate or summarize Chinese language information into clear English analytical products.
What Would Be Nice To Have:- Research experience in one or more of the following topics: corporate information, sector specific analysis (energy, agriculture, manufacturing, chemicals, etc.), international trade, supply chains, or human rights/ESG issues.
- Experience conducting opensource research (OSINT), preferably related to China, global supply chains, or international commerce.
- Familiarity with analytical tools such as supply chain mapping software, data processing tools, or public records research platforms.
- Experience with data collection, research methodologies, or intelligence-style analysis. Internships and academic research are acceptable.
- Prior exposure to federal consulting, compliance, or risk assessment work.
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
