Data Scientist

CACI • Fort Belvoir, VA

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About The Position

CACI is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to support the Army DCS, G-6, Network Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4) Services Integration (NC4SI) Directorate on a Task Order focused on G-6 Network Plans and Enterprise Information Environment Mission Area (EIEMA) Management. NC4SI provides planning, analytical, operational, policy, technical, and management services at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and at Ft. Belvoir, Virginia. The position involves data science and API integration across Army and Department of Defense platforms, development in the Army Vantage environment, and analysis and modeling to support senior leadership decisions. The position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately; applicants may also be considered for other CACI positions.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, such as Computer Science, Mathematics, or Data Engineering.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in data science roles, preferably on military or government projects.
• Familiarity with Army-specific data tools and platforms.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts into actionable strategies for senior leadership.
• Proficiency with data science tools, programming languages, and frameworks such as Python, R, SQL, Palantir Ontology, and Palantir Data Marketplace.
• Experience building and integrating APIs into Army Vantage and other Army or Department of Defense platforms.
• Strong API orchestration knowledge and understanding of relevant Army and Department of Defense policy considerations.
• Familiarity with Army data systems and protocols for API integration across Army platforms.
• Strong data analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a STEM field, such as Computer Science, Mathematics, or Data Engineering.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and across disciplines to enhance technical developments.
• Understanding of Army security protocols and compliance requirements for handling sensitive data.
• Familiarity and experience with Department of Defense IL4, IL5, and IL6 cloud environments and data exchange via CDS.
• Certifications in Data Science, Cloud Computing, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Use data science tools, programming languages, and frameworks such as Python, R, SQL, Palantir Ontology, and Palantir Data Marketplace.
• Build and integrate APIs into Army Vantage and other Army or Department of Defense platforms.
• Orchestrate APIs and account for Army and Department of Defense policy considerations.
• Deploy APIs and integrate automated data pipelines across Army and vendor platforms, including AESMP, Army 365, DISA circuit utilization, Netops Tools, Splunk, and First Alert.
• Develop within the Army Vantage environment using Palantir Foundry applications such as Workshop, Pipeline Builder, and Automate, and Palantir AIP tools such as AIP Logic Functions, AIP Threads, and AIP Chatbot Studio.
• Use the Palantir Ontology Manager and apply knowledge of the data architecture and infrastructure required for Army Vantage.
• Develop dynamic visualizations for executive-level consumption.
• Analyze complex datasets and apply statistical modeling and machine learning techniques, including ensemble predictive models, neural networks, and LLM vectorization and customization.
• Provide actionable insights to support senior leadership decision-making.

Benefits

• Flexible time off benefit.
• Learning resources and learning and development opportunities.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
• Competitive compensation and benefits options designed to support and protect employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level