Data Scientist

Data Scientist, Mid

Location: Alexandria, VA - Mark Center
Work Type: Full-Time / Onsite
Remote Work: No
Job Description

As a data scientist, you're excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you're fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured data open new opportunities. As a data scientist, you can help turn these complex data sets into useful information to solve global challenges. Across private and public sectors from fraud detection to cancer research, to national intelligence, we need you to help find the answers in the data.


On our team, you'll use your leadership skills and data science expertise to create real-world impact for the Department of Defense (DoD) with Cyber Risk Management. You'll work closely with clients to understand their questions and needs, and then dig into their data-rich environments to find the pieces of their information puzzle. You'll guide teammates and lead the development of algorithms and systems. You'll use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data points into objective answers to advise your clients as they make informed decisions. Ultimately, you'll provide a deep understanding of the data, what it all means, and how it can be used.


This is an onsite position in a SCIF working on a high impact project in a dynamic and collaborative team environment. In addition to strong technical skills, we are looking for a strong self?starter mindset. You need to be comfortable navigating ambiguity, independently driving tasks forward, and proactively seeking out information. Early responsibilities will be centered around drafting and managing the documentation needed to enable future analytics, including DSAs, appointment letters, data memorandums, and similar documents. There's also a need to develop clear and thoughtful use cases that reflect the operational needs of your client. You will be a critical element in a high performing team with backgrounds ranging from military operations, cybersecurity, strategic policy, operations research, and acquisition program management.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with Python, PySpark, SQL, and Databricks
• 4+ years of experience with data engineering and analytics, delivering actionable insights and performance metrics
• Experience building and maintaining automated ETL pipelines leveraging API integrations to efficiently ingest, transform, and deliver data across systems
• Experience extracting and structuring information from unstructured sources such as reports and documents, into clean, analysis?ready data
• Experience mentoring junior analysts
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical teams and executive stakeholders
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice To Have Qualifications

• Experience using DoD data platforms such as Advana, Qlik, and Maven, for data integration, ingestion, and visualization
• Experience documenting data analytics processes and maintaining reproducible analytic methods
• Experience engaging data owners to establish sharing agreements that enable the establishment of data pipelines
• Experience applying machine learning or natural language processing to operational or intelligence data
• Experience with DoD and Intelligence Community data ecosystems and collaboration with interagency partners
• Experience developing data governance frameworks and standards
• Knowledge of cybersecurity data and analytics

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $120,000 - $170,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.