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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
IT - Data Science
Annapolis, MD (On-Site/Office)
What You Will Do
As a Level 3 Data Scientist, you will provide advanced discovery support by leveraging a variety of techniques including machine learning, analytical prototyping, scripting, automation, data visualization, statistical analysis, and TechSIGINT tools. You'll design adaptable solutions that evolve with new tools and technologies, supporting mission-critical data-driven initiatives. This role involves close collaboration with technical leads, SMEs, and analysts, and benefits greatly from prior experience in targeting, discovery, or analytic roles.
Key Responsibilities
Education and Experience:
Clearance Requirement:
Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.
As a Level 3 Data Scientist, you will provide advanced discovery support by leveraging a variety of techniques including machine learning, analytical prototyping, scripting, automation, data visualization, statistical analysis, and TechSIGINT tools. You'll design adaptable solutions that evolve with new tools and technologies, supporting mission-critical data-driven initiatives. This role involves close collaboration with technical leads, SMEs, and analysts, and benefits greatly from prior experience in targeting, discovery, or analytic roles.
Key Responsibilities
- Support discovery and analysis by applying statistical methods, machine learning models, and automation strategies.
- Build prototypes and scripts for processing, modeling, and visualizing large volumes of structured and unstructured SIGINT data.
- Engage in technical collaboration with TDNA teams, DS, SIGDEV experts, and RF specialists (HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM - experience here is a plus).
- Employ data processing techniques including normalization, exploratory analysis, and database querying.
- Use Jupyter Notebooks and Python to model data, build algorithms, and drive insights.
- Deliver presentations or briefings that communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Translate mission needs into technical requirements and assist stakeholders in interpreting complex data sets.
- Leverage a wide range of analytic and visualization tools to tell compelling data stories.
- Demonstrated experience in data processing, normalization, and exploratory analysis.
- Proficient in Jupyter Notebooks and Python for advanced analytical modeling.
- Strong data visualization skills with the ability to explain complex results clearly.
- Capable of applying a mix of the following skill areas:
- Mathematics, Computational, Statistical Foundations
- Data Management and Workflow Reproducibility
- Modeling, Inference, and Domain-specific Analysis
- Experience with large-scale National Agency data, including noise, variability, and signal interpretation.
- Familiarity with machine learning, algorithm development, and statistical testing methods.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across disciplines and teams.
- Background in TechSIGINT, SIGDEV, or RF-based intelligence (HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM).
- Previous experience as an analyst, targeter, or discovery analyst in the IC.
- Experience delivering polished briefings to diverse audiences.
Education and Experience:
- Master's degree with 8 years of relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree with 10 years of relevant experience
- Associate's degree with 12 years of relevant experience
Clearance Requirement:
- Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role .
Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.
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