Data Scientist

Job Title: Data Scientist

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:
Join a mission-focused team supporting Joint Interagency Task Force (JIATF) 401 by applying advanced data science, statistical analysis, machine learning, and data engineering methodologies to complex national security challenges.

As a Data Scientist, you will develop analytical models, identify meaningful patterns across disparate datasets, and transform structured and unstructured information into actionable decision-support products. Working alongside operational, intelligence, and technical stakeholders, you will leverage cutting-edge analytical tools and cloud-based technologies to support mission planning, operational assessments, and strategic decision-making.

The successful candidate will serve as a technical expert capable of independently researching, designing, and implementing analytical solutions requiring creativity, professional judgment, and advanced quantitative skills.

What you get to do:

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced analytical and statistical models to support operational and intelligence mission requirements.
• Perform exploratory data analysis and data discovery across structured, semi-structured, and unstructured datasets.
• Develop predictive, descriptive, and prescriptive analytical solutions using modern data science methodologies.
• Engineer and automate data processing workflows supporting data integration, transformation, validation, and analysis activities.
• Develop algorithms and data models that identify trends, anomalies, relationships, and operational indicators.
• Integrate data from multiple authoritative data sources to create comprehensive analytical products.
• Design and develop interactive dashboards, visualizations, and executive-level reporting products.
• Conduct quantitative analysis utilizing statistical methods, machine learning techniques, and data mining approaches.
• Support development of enterprise data architectures and data governance initiatives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, analytical techniques, and data science capabilities to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Government stakeholders to define analytical requirements and translate mission objectives into technical solutions.
• Document analytical methodologies, assumptions, findings, and recommendations in technical reports and executive briefings.
• Present analytical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support cloud-based analytical environments including Microsoft Azure Government and other approved platforms when required.
• Apply data science best practices to improve data quality, integrity, and usability across mission systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access required for supported mission systems.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be onsite, this is NOT a remote position.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Operations Research, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense, Federal Law Enforcement, Intelligence Community, or interagency organizations.
• Experience with cloud-based analytics environments.
• Experience applying machine learning techniques to operational datasets.
• Experience with geospatial, network, graph, or intelligence-related analytics.
• Familiarity with data architecture, metadata management, and data governance concepts.
• Microsoft Azure, AWS, Databricks, or equivalent analytics certifications.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:
$86,600 - $181,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.