Data Scientist - National Security
Core
Data Scientist supporting mission goals within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by implementing data analytics, automation, and business intelligence to support law enforcement and investigative efforts.
Role type
Senior IC data scientist (national security)
Builds
Data visualization dashboards, predictive analytics models, and actionable intelligence reports for law enforcement and operational decision-making.
Domain
National Security / Law Enforcement / Data Analytics
Deliverable
production ML models | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Python, R, SQL, data wrangling, data visualization, Power BI, requirements gathering, data collection, pattern recognition, process optimization
Preferred skills
Geospatial data analysis (ArcGIS), cloud analytics (Databricks, Palantir, AWS, Azure, Google), financial intelligence analysis, forensic accounting, open-source intelligence, structured/unstructured investigative datasets
Technologies
Python, R, SQL, Power BI, ArcGIS, Databricks, Palantir, AWS, Azure, Google
Responsibilities
Assess and recommend opportunities for advanced analysis and automation; collect, clean, transform, and analyze large datasets; design and develop data visualization and dashboard solutions; identify patterns, trends, and anomalies to support investigative efforts; analyze existing processes for automation and optimization; summarize and present results through written reports and briefings.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC