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# Data Scientist, Level 3 with Security Clearance

- **Company:** Independent Software
- **Location:** United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Data Processing, Large Language Models, Information Technology, Data Analytics
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5749446404

## About the Role

* Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP)
 * Experience processing and analyzing natural language data
 * Experience developing automated data-processing or analytical solutions
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Ability to work with complex datasets and communicate technical findingsExperience with Machine Learning, Large Language Models (LLMs), MDLA, AI techniques, and/or AI testing is a plus. Education and Experience: Candidates must meet one of the following: * Master's degree plus six (6) years of relevant experience; OR
 * Bachelor's degree plus eight (8) years of relevant experience; OR
 * Associate's degree plus ten (10) years of relevant experience
Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline. Clearance Requirement:

 * Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role Why Choose Independent Software: At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We've built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive. When you join us, you will

## Description

Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance * Employee Assistance Program * Your retirement plan is an important benefit you shouldn't overlook. We offer a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust that offers a powerful way to enhance your long-term financial well-being by investing in yourself. We offer immediate eligibility and company matching. * A generous Paid Time Off and Holiday package * Paid training! We encourage all employees to seek out training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars. * We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Independent Software. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V. Data Scientist, Level 3
Annapolis Junction, MD Full Time Data Modeling and Analysis Experienced Share What You Will Do: As a Data Scientist Level 3 at Independent Software, you will support mission-focused Natural Language Processing (NLP) and data science efforts involving spoken and written language data. You will develop automated solutions for processing, tokenizing, annotating, and analyzing natural language data and help evaluate and improve existing analytical models. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and support Natural Language Processing (NLP) solutions

 * Process and analyze spoken and written language data
 * Develop automated methods for tokenizing natural language data
 * Develop automated solutions for annotating language data with parts-of-speech information
 * Evaluate and improve existing models by comparing performance against human-generated speech and text annotations
 * Apply Python and data science techniques to language-processing challenges
 * Support development and evaluation of machine learning and AI-based solutions
 * Analyze results and document technical findings
 * Collaborate with technical and mission teams to support project objectives Required Skills and Qualifications