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Top Secret/SCI
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IT - Data Science
northern, VA (On-Site/Office)
Help shape mission outcomes by turning complex data into powerful, AI-driven insights. NS2 Mission is seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to support mission-critical programs and engineering teams in the Northern Virginia area, applying advanced analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to solve real-world operational challenges.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to design, build, and deploy data-driven solutions that directly impact decision-making and mission success.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
Position Clearance Requirement:
TS/SCI with FSP
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship.
We win with inclusion
NS2 Mission's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
NS2 Mission is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with NS2 Mission and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: NS2Mission.Careers@sapns2.com .
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to design, build, and deploy data-driven solutions that directly impact decision-making and mission success.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze large volumes of structured and unstructured data to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights
- Design, develop, and deploy statistical models and machine learning / AI solutions
- Integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) into analytical workflows and mission tools
- Develop data visualizations, dashboards, and reporting products for technical and non-technical audiences
- Build and support data-driven applications, including chatbot and decision-support tools
- Collaborate with software engineers and system architects to transition analytics into production environments
- Ensure data quality, validate sources, and document analytical methodologies
- Clearly communicate complex technical findings to mission stakeholders
Required Qualifications:
- Strong background in mathematics and/or statistics (high-priority requirement)
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Proficiency in Python and SQL
- Experience using Elasticsearch for search, analytics, or data exploration
- Demonstrated experience creating data visualizations, dashboards, and chatbot tools
- Experience building or supporting chatbot tools or AI-enabled user interfaces
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to support teams onsite in the Northern Virginia area
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in a quantitative or technical discipline
- Familiarity with big data technologies or cloud-based analytics platforms
- Experience supporting government, DoD, or Intelligence Community programs
Position Clearance Requirement:
TS/SCI with FSP
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship.
We win with inclusion
NS2 Mission's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
NS2 Mission is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with NS2 Mission and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: NS2Mission.Careers@sapns2.com .
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
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