Data Scientist - Mid

Peraton•Fort Meade, MD

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The intelligence community generates more data than any analyst can process alone — and that's exactly the problem Peraton is looking to solve. We're seeking a Journeyman Data Scientist to join USCYBERCOM J2 at Fort Meade, MD, contributing to the AI tools, ML systems, and predictive analytics capabilities that turn raw data into decision-ready intelligence. In this role, you'll work alongside senior data scientists and intelligence analysts to build and refine data pipelines, develop visualizations, and apply machine learning techniques to real national security challenges. If you're a data scientist ready to grow your skills in one of the most data-rich and mission-critical environments in the U.S. government, this is where you do it.

Requirements

Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
Minimum of 9 years w/o a degree or 7 years with AS/AA or 5 years with BS/BA or 3 years with MS/MA or 0 years with PhD
Working knowledge of data science methodologies, machine learning concepts, and IC/DoD classification guidelines
Demonstrated ability to produce timely, logical, and concise analytic reports and data products
Proficiency in data science languages: R and/or Python
Experience with data visualization tools: Microsoft Power BI and/or Tableau
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Nice To Haves

Experience with Power BI, Tableau, R, Python , and SQL in an intelligence, government, or national security context
Exposure to large data Multi-INT analytics , machine learning, or automated predictive analytics
Experience managing or merging disparate data sources
Familiarity with statistical analysis methodologies and data mining algorithms
Knowledge of IC data standards or intelligence community data architectures
8+ years of relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years
Bachelor's degree in a related field

Responsibilities

Conduct data analytics, data engineering, data mining, exploratory analysis, predictive analysis, and statistical analysis in support of USCYBERCOM J2 intelligence operations
Use scientific techniques to correlate data into graphical, written, visual, and verbal narrative products that enable more informed analytic decisions
Retrieve and analyze information from diverse sources to deepen understanding of complex intelligence data sets
Assist in building AI tools that automate intelligence processes and support development of ML-based systems such as recommendation engines and automated lead scoring systems
Perform statistical analysis, apply data mining techniques, and contribute to high-quality prediction systems
Develop and update data visualizations using Power BI and Tableau
Manage and merge disparate data sources using R, Python , or SQL
Support application of Multi-INT analytics , machine learning, and automated predictive analytics under senior guidance
Collaborate with Data Analysts, Data Scientists, and Collection Managers to identify tool development needs and capability gaps
Author and maintain Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives