Senior Data Scientist - TS/SCI

Senior Data Scientist - TS/SCI

• Fort Meade, MD
• Science/Research

Location: Fort Meade, MD

Employment Type: Full-Time

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI

Experience: 10+ Years

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist to support mission-critical programs in Fort Meade, MD. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, statistical modeling, and transforming complex datasets into actionable intelligence.

This position requires a highly analytical professional who can identify trends, develop data-driven solutions, and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.



Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement advanced data analytics, statistical models, and machine learning algorithms supporting ASOM and Defensive Cyberspace Operations.


• Analyze large-scale cybersecurity datasets, including network traffic, endpoint telemetry, system logs, authentication events, and cloud security data, to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential adversary activity.


• Develop predictive and behavioral analytics to identify emerging threats, suspicious activities, and indicators of compromise.


• Apply statistical analysis, machine learning, and data mining techniques to correlate information across multiple cyber data sources.


• Required Qualifications


• Experience in data science, applied statistics, machine learning, advanced analytics, or related technical disciplines.


• Strong programming experience with Python and SQL, including data analysis and manipulation using libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and Scikit-learn.


• Experience developing statistical models, machine learning algorithms, anomaly detection methods, or predictive analytics.


• Experience processing, analyzing, and correlating large, complex datasets from multiple sources.


• Familiarity with data visualization, exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and model evaluation.


• Experience with analytical tools and platforms such as Jupyter, Elasticsearch, Splunk, or similar technologies.


• Understanding of cybersecurity concepts, network communications, security telemetry, or cyber threat analysis.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex analytical findings into actionable insights.


• Desired Qualifications


• Experience supporting Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO), Cyber Protection Teams (CPTs), DoD, or Intelligence Community missions.


• Familiarity with Analytic Schemes of Maneuver (ASOMs) and threat-informed cyber analytics.


• Experience developing machine learning models for cybersecurity applications, including anomaly detection, behavioral analysis, threat classification, and pattern recognition.


• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and cyber threat intelligence.


• Experience with large-scale data processing technologies such as Apache Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, or distributed analytics platforms.


• Experience working with cloud-based data and analytics environments, including AWS or Azure.


• Familiarity with SIEM/SOAR platforms, EDR telemetry, network security monitoring, and security event correlation.


• Experience with graph analytics, time-series analysis, or advanced correlation techniques.


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.


• Active TS/SCI security clearance, with additional clearance requirements dependent upon mission assignment.


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• Develop Python-based analytical tools, scripts, and automated workflows to support cyber threat detection, investigation, and operational assessments.


• Support the development and refinement of ASOM analytic methodologies by translating mission requirements and adversary behaviors into measurable indicators and analytical models.


• Evaluate and improve analytic performance, including detection accuracy, false-positive rates, and model effectiveness.


• Collaborate with cyber operators, data engineers, and threat analysts to identify data gaps, improve analytic capabilities, and support mission requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications


• Comprehensive benefits package


• Opportunity to support impactful national security missions


• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their families (CareFirst)


• 401(k) with employer match


• Generous Paid Time Off and paid holidays


• Annual bonus opportunities


• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance


• Employer-paid life insurance (150% of salary, up to $200K)


• Monthly stipend for cell phone and internet


• Additional employee perks and recognition programs

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to apply your data science expertise to meaningful, mission-critical challenges while collaborating with talented technical professionals in a dynamic environment.

Interested in learning more? Apply today to explore this opportunity in Fort Meade, MD.

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