Data Scientist

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and integrate relevant internal and third-party data sources to support analytical objectives.
• Coordinate analytic efforts across diverse structured and unstructured data sources, employing programming (e.g., Python, SQL) to clean, transform, and prepare data for advanced analysis.
• Partner with Data Engineers to establish scalable data pipelines and cloud-native architectures (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, AWS).
• Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) and apply statistical techniques grounded in the scientific method to identify trends, anomalies, and validate hypotheses.
• Apply statistical techniques (regression, hypothesis testing, clustering, time series analysis) to uncover trends and inform hypotheses.
• Document findings and methodologies to support reproducibility and auditability.
• Develop and implement predictive and prescriptive models using supervised and unsupervised learning methods.
• Apply machine learning algorithms, natural language processing (NLP), and optimization techniques to complex mission problems.
• Continuously evaluate model performance and refine algorithms as needed.
• Design interactive dashboards and data visualizations using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or R Shiny.
• Present analytical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
• Generate reports and briefings to communicate actionable insights in support of decision-making.
• Serve as a data science subject matter expert to government stakeholders and interdisciplinary teams.
• Translate mission requirements into analytic solutions and advise on data-driven strategies.
• Mentor junior analysts and data scientists on best practices and analytic workflows.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a STEM field.
• 15+ years of relevant IT experience.
• Demonstrated experience applying complex datasets and deploying models in operational environments.
• Prior work with government or defense agencies preferred; experience supporting MDA or national security programs is highly valued.
• Active Secret clearance required and ability to maintain security clearance.
• Must reside within a 50-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville AL or be willing to relocate prior to start date.
• Ability to reliably commute to the office as business needs dictate.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Proficiency in Python, R, and SQL for data manipulation, analysis, and modeling.
• Proficient in Agile Development and Git Operations.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar) and big data tools (Spark, Hadoop).
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, or R Shiny.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to translate complex analytics into actionable insights.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
• Effective project management and time management skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting MDA or national security programs.
• Experience with cloud-based platforms like AWS or Azure.
• Experience with big data tools such as Spark or Hadoop.
• Experience mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a STEM field
• 15+ years of relevant IT experience
• Active Secret clearance

Benefits & Perks

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture
• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares