Data Science and Visualization Support / Active Secret

Peraton

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is hiring an experienced Data Science and Visualization Support Analyst for its Southern European Task Force-Africa (SETAF-AF) Strategic Mission Support program. Based in Vicenza, Italy, the position supports SETAF-AF in planning and executing U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM)-directed data science, analytics, and visualization initiatives. Relocation is available, and the position can be accompanied. Extensive, short-notice business travel to the African continent or other global locations is required. As an embedded technical leader, the analyst will advance the command’s data-driven transformation by designing, deploying, and sustaining data visualization solutions; developing automated data pipelines; conducting operational analyses; and creating modeling and simulation tools to support decision-making. The role collaborates with operational staff, intelligence professionals, logisticians, and planners to deliver solutions that improve readiness, operational effectiveness, and strategic outcomes. The role includes designing and maintaining interactive dashboards, integrating enterprise data, and automating reporting. It also encompasses analysis and modeling of the operational kill chain, support for the Joint Planning Process, exercises and wargaming, development of agent-based and other simulation models, and rapid prototyping of AI/ML, analytics, and visualization capabilities. The analyst will also provide training and technical guidance to command personnel and promote data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical discipline.
At least 10 years of experience delivering technical and analytical solutions in operational environments.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience designing, developing, and fielding technical capabilities—such as dashboards, data platforms, analytical tools, simulation models, or decision-support systems—that were adopted and actively used by military organizations.
At least 3 years of experience developing production-quality software, scripts, or analytical applications for data analysis, automation, modeling, or simulation.
Demonstrated coding proficiency through a GitHub portfolio, code samples, or comparable work products.
Experience developing and maintaining interactive dashboards, data visualizations, and business intelligence solutions using Tableau, Power BI, Grafana, or similar platforms.
Proficiency integrating disparate data sources through APIs, ETL pipelines, and relational and non-relational database technologies.
Experience applying data analytics, operations research, modeling, and simulation techniques to complex operational or organizational challenges.
Working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and rapid prototyping methodologies.
Ability to translate complex operational requirements into practical, scalable technical solutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
U.S. citizenship.
Active Secret security clearance.
Must be eligible for and willing to obtain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience delivering technical capabilities that directly supported the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), Joint Planning Process (JPP), Joint Targeting Cycle, or Large-Scale Combat Operations (LSCO).
A portfolio of fielded Tableau, Power BI, Python, R, or equivalent analytical solutions used for operational, intelligence, logistics, or readiness decision-making.
Experience developing and integrating solutions using REST APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud-based data architectures, and enterprise data platforms.
Experience developing, operating, or analyzing simulation environments such as AFSIM, OneSAF, JCATS, AnyLogic, or comparable modeling frameworks.
Experience supporting Combatant Commands, Army Service Component Commands (ASCCs), Joint Task Forces, or other joint headquarters organizations.
Familiarity with operational planning, campaign design, targeting processes, and mission command concepts in joint or multinational environments.
Experience developing agent-based models, complex adaptive systems, discrete-event simulations, or digital twins for operational analysis and decision-making.
Knowledge of intelligence, readiness, logistics, sustainment, force projection, or Non-Combatant Evacuation Operations (NEO) data domains.
Experience supporting wargames, exercises, experimentation events, operational assessments, or concept development activities.
Experience rapidly prototyping and fielding AI/ML, data visualization, and decision-support capabilities in operational environments.
Master’s degree in Operations Research, Data Science, Systems Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, deploy, and maintain interactive dashboard suites across multiple digital platforms.
Visualize readiness, intelligence, logistics, and operational performance metrics.
Integrate authoritative data sources from across the enterprise.
Develop and implement automated data pipelines to reduce manual processes and enable near-real-time reporting.
Collaborate with staff directorates, including G-2, G-3, and G-4, to identify and deliver data-driven solutions.
Conduct functional analyses of the command’s operational kill chain (F2T2EA).
Develop simulation and analytical models to identify operational bottlenecks and process inefficiencies.
Create dynamic visualizations for real-time status monitoring and operational decision support.
Assess and model the impacts of new technologies and process improvements on mission effectiveness.
Support planning efforts within the Joint Planning Process (JPP).
Participate in exercises, operational planning events, and wargaming activities.
Design, build, and operate custom analytical tools for operational decision-making.
Develop and maintain agent-based models and complex adaptive systems addressing logistics, force projection, Non-Combatant Evacuation Operations (NEO), and operational readiness.
Rapidly prototype and field AI/ML, analytics, and visualization solutions.
Develop and maintain API integrations and database connectivity solutions.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend applications that address mission requirements.
Deliver training, coaching, and technical guidance on data literacy and analytical tools.
Promote data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Benefits

Medical benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short- and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company-paid holidays
Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.