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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Scientist - **Company:** GovCIO - **Location:** Kearneysville, WV, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $169,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Data as a Services, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Security, Data Sharing, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, SQL Databases, Azure Data Factory, Technical Debt, SC Clearance, Kubernetes, Data Analytics, Data Management, Machine Learning Operations, Data Pipelines, Docker - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9001698/senior-data-scientist ## About the Role High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience), * DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security). * Experience developing, training, and deploying enterprise-level machine learning models and data science solutions using Python. * Proven experience building and maintaining large-scale data pipelines, API frameworks, or cloud-based analytical environments. * Comprehensive operational understanding of data governance practices, data architecture principles, and secure data management. * Strong experience utilizing advanced database languages (such as SQL) and modern big data technologies to manipulate complex datasets. * Proficiency tracking, managing, and documenting analytical workflows within enterprise environments using tools like Jira or Azure DevOps. * Strong foundational understanding of diverse IT domains including enterprise virtualization, cloud architecture, geospatial services, and network boundaries. Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance Preferred Skills & Experience * Experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), or federal maritime mission programs. * Familiarity with USCG Force Design 2028 objectives or PEO C5I enterprise data environments. * Relevant professional certifications highly preferred (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics, Azure Data Scientist Associate, or Python/Data Science credentials). * Familiarity with geospatial data analysis (GIS) and integrating spatial modeling into enterprise decision-support applications. * Understanding of secure MLOps practices, containerized model deployment (Kubernetes/Docker), and automated AI/ML security gating. ## Description GovCIO is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support a critical government computer system for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Data & AI Integration Team. This role is primarily responsible for integrating AI/ML models, developing robust data pipelines, and implementing enterprise-level data management within the Data & AI Governance framework. This position will be located in Kearneysville, WV, and will be a hybrid position., As a Senior Data Scientist, you will serve as a primary technical resource and force multiplier for providing advanced analytical services and technical leadership across the Coast Guard's mission domains. You will design, build, and sustain shared data platforms to transform raw data into operational intelligence. Key responsibilities include: * Design, build, and integrate advanced AI/ML models and statistical algorithms into shared data platforms to enable data-driven decision dominance. * Develop and optimize robust data pipelines, automated ETL/ELT workflows, and analytical services to process enterprise-level data for operational use. * Enforce data governance standards, data management policies, and security controls across all integrated data assets and analytical models. * Deliver centralized, secure, and reusable data products that empower Product Teams to build interoperable, decision-support applications. * Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to accelerate secure modernization, reduce technical debt, and ensure system resilience. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, port authorities, and commercial partners to enable seamless data sharing, integration, and interoperability. * Proactively research and recommend emerging AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics technologies to support Force Design 2028 objectives. * Ensure all automated models and data services strictly comply with federal security standards, government baselines, and DISA STIGs. ## Related Videos - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Hacking AI at the Edge of the Indian Ocean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100177-hacking-ai-at-the-edge-of-the-indian-ocean) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)