Data Scientist (AI/ML)

Chantilly, VA, US • Posted 6 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Authorization
  • Workflow
  • Dashboard
  • Decision-making
  • Collaboration
  • Risk Management
  • Data Collection
  • Reporting
  • Visualization
  • Security Clearance
  • Continuous Integration
  • Mathematics
  • Advanced Analytics
  • scikit-learn
  • TensorFlow
  • PyTorch
  • Training
  • Predictive Modelling
  • Data Mining
  • Data Analysis
  • Database
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • JSON
  • Communication
  • IC
  • Integrated Circuit
  • Internal Communications
  • DoD
  • Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Cloud Computing
  • Electronic Health Record (EHR)
  • ServiceNow
  • Risk Management Framework
  • RMF
  • FISMA
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Cyber Security
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Data Processing
  • Leadership
  • Data Science
  • Computer Science
  • Statistics
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Deep Learning
  • Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Tableau
  • Amazon SageMaker
  • Apache Hadoop
  • Apache Spark
  • Splunk
  • Data Visualization
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Statistical Models
  • Data Engineering

Summary

Position Title: Data Scientist (AI/ML)
Position Type: Full-Time, Fully On-Site
Location: Chantilly, VA
Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Poly

Waypoint's client is seeking a Data Scientist (AI/ML) to join their growing team supporting a National Security customer. This role focuses on leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), advanced analytics, and data engineering to enhance cybersecurity operations, risk management, and enterprise decision-making. The selected candidate will work with large-scale datasets to develop predictive models, automate analysis, and create innovative solutions that improve cyber situational awareness and mission effectiveness.

Responsibilities
  • Develop, train, test, and deploy machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions to support cybersecurity and risk management initiatives.
  • Analyze large structured and unstructured datasets from vulnerability management, authorization, compliance, and cybersecurity tools.
  • Design predictive analytics models to identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks.
  • Develop data pipelines and automated workflows to collect, transform, and process data from multiple sources.
  • Create interactive dashboards, visualizations, and executive-level reporting products using tools such as Tableau.
  • Apply statistical analysis, machine learning, and AI techniques to support cyber defense and operational decision-making.
  • Support development and integration of Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and advanced analytics capabilities where applicable.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, engineering, and risk management teams to automate data collection, reporting, and visualization processes.
  • Communicate technical findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related STEM field.
  • 5+ years of experience in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, or related disciplines.
  • Strong proficiency in Python and experience with machine learning frameworks such as Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or SageMaker.
  • Experience developing, training, and deploying machine learning models in operational environments.
  • Strong understanding of statistics, predictive modeling, data mining, and data analysis techniques.
  • Experience working with SQL databases, data architectures, and large-scale datasets.
  • Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
  • Experience transforming and processing data using Python, JSON, and related technologies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a mission-focused team environment.

Desired
  • Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) or DoD customers.
  • Experience with Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), or Natural Language Processing (NLP).
  • Experience with AWS cloud services, including SageMaker, EMR, and related AI/ML services.
  • Experience with Splunk, ServiceNow, or cybersecurity-focused data platforms.
  • Familiarity with RMF, FISMA, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
  • Experience with Apache Hadoop, Spark, or distributed data processing environments.
  • Experience briefing senior government stakeholders and executive leadership.
  • Advanced degree in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field.

Preferred Technical Skills
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Machine Learning
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Deep Learning
  • Generative AI
  • LLMs
  • NLP
  • Tableau
  • AWS SageMaker
  • Hadoop
  • Spark
  • Splunk
  • Data Visualization
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Statistical Modeling
  • Data Engineering
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  • Dice Id: 91113162
  • Position Id: a8d5fcb3e87b56a292aed26ac40a812b
  • Posted 6 hours ago
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