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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist Senior - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $216,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence Development, Big Data, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Mining, Data Visualization, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Recommender Systems, Power BI, Standard Sql, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Data Analytics - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9048719/data-scientist-senior ## About the Role * Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph * 12 years w/o a degree or 10 years with AS/AA or 8 years with BS/BS or 6 years with AS/AA or 3 years with PhD * Working knowledge of data science methodologies, machine learning, 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 Tableau * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical audiences Preferred: * Experience with Power BI, Tableau, R, Python, and SQL in an intelligence or national security context * Background in large data Multi-INT analytics, machine learning, or automated predictive analytics * Experience managing and merging disparate data sources across classification domains * Familiarity with statistical analysis methodologies and data mining algorithms * Knowledge of IC data standards and intelligence community data architectures * 12+ years of relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years * Master's degree in a related field - or a Bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (17 years total) 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 * Proactively retrieve and analyze information from diverse sources to deepen understanding of complex data sets * Build AI tools that automate intelligence processes and develop ML-based systems such as recommendation engines and automated lead scoring systems * Perform statistical analysis, apply data mining techniques, and build 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 * Apply expertise in large data Multi-INT analytics, machine learning, and automated predictive analytics * Collaborate with Data Analysts and Collection Managers to identify tool development needs and prioritize capability gaps * Author and maintain Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives ## Related Videos - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [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 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) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) ## 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) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)