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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - Mid - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $112,000.0 - $179,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence Development, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Mining, Data Visualization, R (Programming Language), Data Intelligence, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Recommender Systems, Power BI, Standard Sql, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Data Analytics - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9056408/data-scientist-mid ## About the Role * 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 Preferred: * 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 Peraton drives missions of consequence - protecting and promoting U.S. national security at the highest levels. As part of our team, you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the intelligence community, tackling complex problems that matter. We offer a culture that values your expertise and invests in your growth. ## Description * 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 ## Related Videos - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [How building an industry DBMS differs from building a research one](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/768-how-building-an-industry-dbms-differs-from-building-a-research-one) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) - [Analytics in the Age of Agentic AI: A tour of ClickHouse and Langfuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100240-analytics-in-the-age-of-agentic-ai-a-tour-of-clickhouse-and-langfuse) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)