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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - **Company:** CACI International Inc. - **Location:** Alexandria, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $94,400.0 - $198,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Data Fusion, Data Governance, Data Integration, Data Integrity, Data Mining, Distributed Systems, Geospatial Intelligence, Information Extraction, Intelligence Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Apache Maven, Microsoft Office, Object Detection, Operational Data Store, Pattern Recognition, Performance Tuning, Power BI, Tensorflow, Data Driven Tests, Sensor Fusion, Feature Engineering, Large Language Models, Model Validation, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/fba03b96-4435-48a6-b82f-6c63ca8ed96c ## About the Role Required: * Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance. * MA/MS with 10+ years' experience; BA/BS with 15+ years; AA/AS with 17+ years; or HS/GED with 19+ years. Demonstrated experience applying data science methodologies to solve complex operational or enterprise challenges. * Experience utilizing Maven Smart System (MSS), Palantir, or similar enterprise analytics and data integration platforms. * Advanced proficiency with Python for data science, statistical analysis, machine learning, automation, and model development. * Experience developing predictive models, statistical analyses, machine learning algorithms, or artificial intelligence applications. * Experience utilizing Power BI or similar business intelligence platforms to develop advanced dashboards and analytical visualizations. * Strong understanding of supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques, statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and data mining methodologies. * Experience collecting, organizing, cleansing, validating, and exploiting structured and unstructured datasets from multiple operational and intelligence sources. * Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools, large language models (LLMs), or advanced analytics platforms to support operational decision-making. * Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to develop technical documentation, analytical reports, executive briefings, and presentation materials. * Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts and model outputs to senior military and civilian leadership in a clear and actionable manner. * Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary technical and operational teams. Desired: * Experience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, Homeland Security, or Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) organizations. * Familiarity with intelligence data sources, sensor fusion, geospatial intelligence, operational data feeds, and mission command systems. * Experience supporting CJADC2, data fusion, common operating picture development, or operational decision-support systems. * Experience developing AI-enabled capabilities for object detection, pattern recognition, anomaly detection, predictive maintenance, threat forecasting, or autonomous systems. * Experience with cloud-based AI/ML environments, distributed computing, MLOps, model lifecycle management, and enterprise data governance. * Experience supporting operational research, capability development, technology evaluations, acquisition decision-making, or advanced mission analytics within defense organizations. ## Description * Develop, implement, and maintain advanced statistical models, machine learning algorithms, and AI-enabled analytical solutions supporting operational decision-making. * Utilize Maven Smart System (MSS), Palantir, Power BI, Python, and AI-enabled analytical platforms to develop predictive models and mission decision-support capabilities. * Analyze large volumes of structured and unstructured operational, intelligence, and enterprise data to identify trends, anomalies, correlations, and predictive indicators. * Design and develop predictive analytics, forecasting models, classification algorithms, and optimization techniques to support operational planning and resource allocation. * Leverage artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science methodologies to automate information extraction, target identification, threat analysis, and operational assessments. * Develop dashboards, analytical visualizations, predictive data products, and executive decision-support tools that effectively communicate complex analytical findings. * Conduct exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, model validation, and performance optimization to improve analytical accuracy and operational effectiveness. * Collaborate with Data Engineers, Data Analysts, software developers, operators, intelligence analysts, and mission stakeholders to develop integrated analytical solutions supporting mission objectives. * Develop analytical frameworks and quantitative models to evaluate system performance, operational effectiveness, capability gaps, technology maturity, and acquisition priorities. * Support operational experimentation, technology demonstrations, capability evaluations, and acquisition efforts through advanced modeling and data-driven analysis. * Research, evaluate, and integrate emerging AI technologies, machine learning frameworks, and advanced analytical methodologies to improve mission performance. * Produce technical documentation, model documentation, analytical reports, executive briefings, and recommendations supporting senior military and civilian leadership. * Ensure analytical models comply with applicable security, governance, validation, and data integrity requirements. * Identify opportunities to improve AI-enabled workflows, analytical automation, predictive modeling capabilities, and enterprise decision-support systems. ## Related Videos - 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