Lead Data Scientist / DTAM / (Hybrid) [Contingent]

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Location: Remote / Hybrid (On site-visits to the DMV location as required by contract)

About iWorks: iWorks Corporation, founded in 2005, is a leading provider of information technology and professional services to the federal government. We are a recognized leader in personnel security and vetting solutions, Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps, data analytics, and cloud solutions. Our continuous process improvement approach, combined with our business and technology expertise, results in innovative solutions.

We offer exceptional comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability); 401(k); Health and Wellness Benefits; and Paid Sick Time, Vacation Time, and Holiday Time. Employees are eligible for bonuses throughout the year as part of our incentive program for innovation and business development. All employees are also considered for an annual raise, commensurate with performance and company commitment.

About this position: The Lead Data Scientist provides technical and management leadership across major program tasks and technology assignments supporting the U.S. Census Bureau's Decennial Transformation and Application Modernization (DTAM) initiative. This role is responsible for establishing project goals and execution plans, directing client-facing activities, and ensuring technical delivery aligns with program objectives. The position carries full accountability for staffing, financial management, delivery methods, and technical oversight across assigned efforts supporting modernization of enterprise data systems, cloud environments, and analytics capabilities.

*This position is contingent upon contract award.

Salary Range: $155K – $185K - commensurate with the candidate's skills, experience, location, and qualifications.

On a day-to-day basis, you will:

1. Provide technical and management leadership across major tasks and technology assignments


2. Define and establish project goals, plans, and execution strategies aligned with program objectives


3. Direct client-facing activities including delivery execution, staffing strategy, and financial management


4. Oversee architecture, engineering, cloud, systems, and application modernization activities across the full lifecycle


5. Lead reviews, assessments, gap analyses, and validation efforts to ensure technical alignment and quality


6. Ensure all technical requirements are met while driving continuous improvement initiatives


7. Interface with clients and senior stakeholders, including supporting negotiations and decision-making discussions


8. Supervise and guide team members as applicable to ensure successful delivery outcomes

Required Education/Qualifications:

• PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or related technical field


• 15+ years of experience in technical leadership, data science, systems engineering, or enterprise IT delivery within large-scale environments

Required Experience:

• Leading technical and management efforts on major programs or complex technology initiatives


• Establishing project goals, plans, and execution frameworks aligned to organizational or client objectives


• Managing client-facing delivery responsibilities including financial oversight, staffing, and execution methods


• Interfacing directly with clients and senior leadership, including participation in negotiations and strategic planning


• Making high-impact decisions that affect overall project execution and delivery success

Required Skills:

• Enterprise architecture and systems engineering across full software development and operational lifecycles


• Application design, development, modernization, and rationalization in enterprise environments


• Cloud and multi-cloud architecture, engineering, and migration strategies


• Requirements management, including end-to-end traceability across the SDLC


• DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipeline integration, and secure software delivery lifecycle oversight


• Application testing, security, compliance, and operational support processes

Required Tools, Technologies, or Platforms:

• Cloud and multi-cloud environments (including SaaS and cloud-native platforms)


• CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps toolchains


• Requirements repositories and Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM)


• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation frameworks


• APIs, microservices, serverless, and containerized architectures


• Zero Trust security frameworks and application security testing tools

Please Note: We maintain an on-camera policy for all virtual company meetings to foster engagement and collaboration. Reasonable exceptions may be granted with prior approval from Human Resources and/or the applicable manager or client.

FLSA & EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FLSA EXEMPT AND FULL-TIME POSITION

iWorks Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristic.

iWorks is committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment for all employees and ensuring the security and well-being of our clients. As part of our standard hiring process, we may conduct background checks and drug screenings on potential candidates to assess their suitability for employment.