Data Scientist
Core
Evaluating, assessing, and improving advanced analytics capabilities and statistical models for intelligence operations and national security missions.
Role type
Senior IC data scientist (intelligence analytics)
Builds
Validated analytic models and algorithms for Space and Counterspace missions
Domain
National security / Intelligence / Space Domain Awareness
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
statistical model evaluation, machine learning algorithm validation, large-scale dataset analysis, Python/R programming, data quality assessment, technical documentation
Preferred skills
DoD/IC mission support, machine learning framework expertise, Master's degree in quantitative field
Technologies
Python, R
Responsibilities
Review and recommend improvements for existing statistical models and ML algorithms; Evaluate algorithm performance against mission requirements; Analyze complex datasets to identify trends and optimization opportunities; Conduct validation and verification of analytic models; Assess data quality and management practices; Develop technical assessments and briefing materials for government stakeholders; Collaborate with engineers and data science teams to implement changes; Document methodologies and findings for governance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC