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Top Secret/SCI
$170,000 - $215,000
Polygraph
IT - Data Science
chantiily, VA (On-Site/Office)
Data Scientist SME
Location: Gaithersburg, MD; Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; St. Louis, MO; Aurora, CO; Tucson, AZ
Clearance Required: Top Secret with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain Polygraph
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Shift: Day
Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Company Overview
We are Ennoble First-the people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. Ennoble First is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity.
Program Summary
This mission brings together elite engineers, analysts, and data scientists to redefine how the Intelligence Community leverages data and AI. The team is building advanced analytics and machine learning pipelines that extract insight from petabytes of multi-source data-enabling near real-time situational awareness and predictive intelligence. From cloud-scale data orchestration to deploying neural models at the edge, this is a high-impact environment where experimentation drives transformation. Data Scientists on this program are at the forefront of innovation-shaping algorithms, automating intelligence workflows, and creating the analytical frameworks that power tomorrow's national security decisions.
Primary Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Target Salary Range: $170,000 - $215,000
The Ennoble First pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered include the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, and applicable laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ennoble First is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
E-Verify Participation
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify. Learn more at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify.
The information below will be listed on our website's careers landing page.
EEO is the Law | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
Location: Gaithersburg, MD; Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; St. Louis, MO; Aurora, CO; Tucson, AZ
Clearance Required: Top Secret with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain Polygraph
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Shift: Day
Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Company Overview
We are Ennoble First-the people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. Ennoble First is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity.
Program Summary
This mission brings together elite engineers, analysts, and data scientists to redefine how the Intelligence Community leverages data and AI. The team is building advanced analytics and machine learning pipelines that extract insight from petabytes of multi-source data-enabling near real-time situational awareness and predictive intelligence. From cloud-scale data orchestration to deploying neural models at the edge, this is a high-impact environment where experimentation drives transformation. Data Scientists on this program are at the forefront of innovation-shaping algorithms, automating intelligence workflows, and creating the analytical frameworks that power tomorrow's national security decisions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI/ML models for geospatial and intelligence data.
- Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines and feature stores supporting analytics and visualization applications.
- Perform advanced data analysis, modeling, and predictive analytics to solve mission-critical problems.
- Collaborate with software engineers, systems architects, and analysts to operationalize models within secure cloud environments.
- Develop and optimize machine learning workflows using Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and containerized environments.
- Apply modern data engineering practices such as automated ETL, MLOps, and distributed training.
- Communicate technical findings to mission stakeholders through reports, dashboards, and visual analytics.
- Lead innovation initiatives focused on algorithm improvement, data quality, and emerging technology integration.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related discipline and 12-15 years of experience, or Master's with 10-13 years.
- 10+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or applied analytics.
- Expertise in Python, R, or similar languages for data processing and model development.
- Strong experience with TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn for AI/ML implementation.
- Hands-on experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or C2S).
- Knowledge of distributed data processing systems such as Spark or Hadoop.
- Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Plotly).
- U.S. citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with GEOINT or intelligence community data sources.
- AWS Machine Learning Specialty or equivalent certification.
- Experience deploying containerized models using Docker or Kubernetes.
- Proficiency in MLOps, including CI/CD for ML pipelines and model monitoring.
- Understanding of deep learning, NLP, or computer vision applied to mission data.
Target Salary Range: $170,000 - $215,000
The Ennoble First pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered include the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, and applicable laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ennoble First is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
E-Verify Participation
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify. Learn more at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify.
The information below will be listed on our website's careers landing page.
EEO is the Law | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
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At Ennoble First, we’re proud to serve and partner with leading federal agencies—including the DoD, NGA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, DIA, Department of State, and U.S. Cyber Command—as well as trusted industry innovators like AWS, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Booz Allen, CACI, Leidos, and Splunk. Together, we deliver secure, agile IT solutions that advance intelligence, defense, healthcare, and national security. What sets us apart is our people. We believe in empowering bold thinkers, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment where health, family, and work stay in balance. We embrace diverse perspectives, encourage innovation, and ensure every team member feels supported and connected. When you join Ennoble First, you’re not just filling a role—you’re becoming part of a community that values you, challenges you, and helps you grow while making an impact on missions of national importance.
