Data Scientist

On-site Tampa / Secure Facility (No remote work on classified systems) Clearance Requirement Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required at start SCI eligibility preferred (program dependent) U.S. Citizenship required Role Overview The Data Scientist supports mission-critical government programs by collecting, analyzing, and modeling complex structured and unstructured data in classified environments. This role partners closely with mission stakeholders, engineers, and analysts to generate actionable insights that support national security objectives. The position emphasizes advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and machine learning while operating within strict security and data-handling constraints., Collect, clean, and analyze large, complex datasets from multiple classified and unclassified sources Design, develop, and validate predictive and statistical models to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies Apply machine learning techniques to operational, intelligence, or mission data Build and maintain data pipelines and automated analytic processes in secure environments Conduct exploratory data analysis and experimental design to answer mission-driven questions Develop data visualizations, dashboards, and briefings for technical and non-technical stakeholders Collaborate with data engineers, software engineers, and mission analysts to integrate analytics into operational workflows Ensure compliance with DoD, IC, and customer data governance, security, and classification standards Document methodologies, models, and findings in accordance with government reporting requirements

Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or related field Strong working knowledge of: Statistics and probability Machine learning and predictive modeling Data mining and feature engineering Proficiency in Python and/or R for data analysis and modeling Experience working with SQL and relational data sources Ability to communicate complex analytic results clearly to mission and leadership audiences Experience operating in secure or restricted computing environments Preferred Qualifications Master’s or PhD in a quantitative discipline Experience supporting DoD, IC, SOCOM, or federal civilian agencies Familiarity with: Cloud or hybrid analytics environments (where permitted) Big data frameworks (e.g., Spark) Geospatial, sensor, or intelligence data Experience building scalable analytic solutions under mission time constraints Prior work on classified programs or in SCIF environments Core Skills Advanced statistical modeling and analysis Machine learning model development and validation Data visualization and storytelling Critical thinking and problem solving Cross-functional collaboration in mission environments Strong documentation and briefing skills