Senior Data Scientist

  • CHANTILLY, VA
  • Posted 21 hours ago | Updated 9 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Research
Engineering Design
Integration Testing
IC
Integrated Circuit
Internal Communications
DoD
Adobe AIR
Surveillance
ISR
Technical Support
Decision-making
Decision Support
Management
Portfolio Management
Feasibility Study
System Integration
Architectural Design
Technical Writing
Reporting
Data Management
Emerging Technologies
Centricity
Storage
Computer Science
Security Clearance
Data Science
Advanced Analytics
Acquisition
Evaluation
Knowledge Management
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud
Google Cloud Platform
Communication
SAP BASIS
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Job Details

Job ID: 2505177-CHANTILLY-VA

Location: CHANTILLY, VA, US

Date Posted: 2025-04-30

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Data Scientist

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC is seeking a Data Scientist to join our team of professionals providing technical and program services to the Space and Intelligence Group. SAIC provides research, engineering, design, analysis, acquisition, development, integration, test, and operations support to USG Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) customers. We support development and delivery of next generation and generation after next national security systems based on land, at sea, in air, and in space.

The Data Scientist will support the NRO's Advanced Systems and Technology (AS&T) Directorate, which researches and develops the nation's most advanced technology for space-based Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems. This individual will provide comprehensive technical support across multiple domains, with a focus on data science, portfolio management, and knowledge management. This role is integral to enhancing AS&T's technological capabilities and strategic decision-making processes.

The primary functions of the candidate will include, but are not limited to:
Design and execute advanced data science solutions for technical evaluation and decision support
Manage complex technology portfolios across multiple acquisition programs
Establish and maintain sophisticated knowledge and portfolio management systems
Conduct comprehensive technical assessments and feasibility studies
Contribute to complex system integration and architectural design processes
Deliver detailed technical documentation and comprehensive reporting

The Data Scientist will independently evaluate AS&T program artifacts and provide reports and briefings that inform current and future AS&T programs on data needs, data trends, data management tools, industry best practices, emerging technologies, and how data centricity and integration can maximize data utility, security and storage while minimizing costs.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical discipline and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience; PhD and four (4) years or more experience.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Poly
  • Proven expertise in data science methodologies and advanced analytics
  • Understanding of government acquisition processes and technical evaluation frameworks
  • Strong portfolio and knowledge management implementation experience
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders
  • Experience story-telling with data and visualizations


SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.


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