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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist & AI/ML SME - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Fairfax, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $128,039.0 - $173,229.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Business Process Management, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Data Systems, Network Security, Machine Learning, Smartsuite, Microsoft SharePoint, Scripting, Google Cloud, Okta, Data Ingestion, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, No-code Tools, Bots, Low-code, Splunk, Service Stack, Servicenow, Databricks, Vulnerability Analysis, Programming Languages - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/EAD06F0E1EFC4AE0B39D41099DD50F0B/job/ ## About the Role Artificial Intelligence (AI),Machine Learning (ML),Security, 5 + years of related experience, * Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, preferred but not required. * NOTE: If resources do not have a relevant college degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required. Required Experience: * Experience: * 5+ years. * Programming: * Proficiency in multiple scripting / coding languages, and API use. * Technology Stack : * Tools are listed in priority order. Experience with Microsoft Power Tools, GRC tools, Databricks, Splunk, SharePoint, ServiceNow ticket generation, Okta automation, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), AI/ML libraries, database administration, and low-code/no-code tools. Experience with an RPA (Robotic Process Automation) platform is a plus. * Data Analysis: * Ability to analyze large datasets, leveraging multiple tools, to uncover patterns for process optimization. Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex data ingestion and parsing issues. * Process Management: * Knowledge of Business Process Management (BPM) and workflow optimization. * Security Experience: * Exposure to network security or cybersecurity. Security Clearance Level: * Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance and successfully pass a thorough Government background screening process requiring the completion of detailed forms and fingerprinting * This position has a U.S. residency requirement. The USPS security clearance process requires the selected candidate to have resided in the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for the last five years as follows: U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 6 months consecutively in the last 3 years (unless they meet certain exceptions). Non-U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 90 days consecutively in the last 3 years. ## Description Advance your career while impacting our national security Data Scientist & AI/ML SME. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government., * Solution Design & Development: * Create, configure, and deploy automated systems combining AI, ML, RPA bots, Microsoft Power Tools, Databricks, and Splunk to support real-time or near-real-time risk monitoring. * Process Analysis: * Analyze large, complex datasets (e.g., logs, vulnerability scans, threat intelligence) to uncover patterns and anomalies. Understand and analyze repetitive, time-consuming business processes to determine recommended automation solution using Postal tools. * Technical Implementation: * Write and update code, build custom scripts, integrate AI models into existing infrastructure like Splunk, Databricks, ServiceNow, and Microsoft Power Tools to automate manual risk assessment and reporting processes and improve efficiency and accuracy. Build dashboards and visualizations to communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Maintenance & Troubleshooting: * Monitor and optimize automation performance, troubleshoot errors, and ensure system scalability. * Collaboration: * Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts, engineers, and stakeholders to translate business needs into data solutions. ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Command the Bots: Mastering robots.txt for Generative AI and Search Marketing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1165-command-the-bots-mastering-robots-txt-for-generative-ai-and-search-marketing) - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Design as an algorithm, not as a feature](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/471-design-as-an-algorithm-not-as-a-feature) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Fireside Chat with Cloudflare's Chief Strategy Officer, Stephanie Cohen (with Mike Butcher MBE)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1366-fireside-chat-with-cloudflare-s-chief-strategy-officer-stephanie-cohen-with-mike-butcher-mbe) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)