Computer Scientist (FBI Support)

Praescient Analytics • Huntsville, AL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Praescient Analytics is seeking a technically skilled and mission-oriented Computer Scientist to support an FBI contract in Huntsville, AL . This role directly contributes to high-stakes national security and criminal investigations by enabling advanced analytics and technical infrastructure critical to digital crime enforcement. The selected candidate will combat emerging threats through deep data analysis, technical innovation, and interagency collaboration. This position is central to supporting FBI capabilities in confronting encrypted communications, darknet activities, and cyber-enabled organized crime. All work will be performed onsite in Huntsville, AL and requires an active TS/SCI level clearance minimum.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience developing analytic tools in a data-driven or intelligence environment.
• Proficiency in: Java (2+ years) AWS (1+ year) Linux operating systems Database management systems Git and version control workflows
• This position requires a TOP SECRET and Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) level clearance at minimum.
• US Citizenship Required

Nice To Haves

• Experience deploying containerized applications and managing orchestration with Kubernetes or similar frameworks.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, or AWS Cloud Practitioner.
• Familiarity with cloud-native development practices and security-conscious architecture design.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and deploy analytic systems to process, manage, and visualize large datasets from a range of investigative sources.
• Provide technical support for complex investigative programs focused on darknet activities and encrypted communications.
• Evaluate and recommend infrastructure improvements for analytic and visualization tools.
• Work with distributed development environments and tools, including version control (Git), databases, and cloud platforms.
• Present technical findings and demonstrate developed tools to FBI stakeholders and mission partners.

Benefits

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive, Company paid Aetna Health Care Medical for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance
• Tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees