Peraton
Data Scientist
Peraton, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070
Data Scientist
Job Locations
US-VA-Herndon
Requisition ID
2024-152385
Position Category
Scientific, Research & Analysis
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI w/Poly
Responsibilities
Are you ready to work on a team that supports the development of cutting edge technology? Our program provides IT-based efforts required to support DoD and the IC for technology and concept development. The DoD intelligence mission is to provide accurate, relevant, and timely data and intelligence to tactical, operational, and strategic decision makers across the COCOM, nuclear, conventional, and Special Operations Forces. Decision superiority is the competitive advantage, enabled by an ongoing situational awareness that allows commanders and their forces to make informed decisions and implement them as fast and effectively as the situation warrants. Decision superiority is about improving the ability to observe, orient, decide, and act faster and more effectively than the adversary.Our program supports unclassified and classified software development and integration services. Some of the work we will do is brand new Big Data, data analysis, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and advanced analytics, while other work will be refining and improving legacy development, as well as providing operations and maintenancePosition Responsibilities:Work with customer's Chief Technology Office to further application and understanding of data science. Apply technical methods to data science problems supporting business and mission users. Advise or lead interdisciplinary teams throughout the full course of a data science project life cycle. Understands Machine Learning and is able to apply machine learning, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra techniques and approaches, including but not limited to, k-nearest neighbors, random forests, and ensemble methods. Understands Data Visualization and is able to employ visualization and data to enable data driven decisions.Possesses an expert ability to describe findings and techniques tailored to the intended audience, including technical and nontechnical decision makers. Demonstrated experience with Python or R. Possesses knowledge and experience of advanced analytics, cloud architecture, and data storage.Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:A Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience OR a PhD with 3 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree requirement
Demonstrated experience with Python or RPossesses knowledge and experience of advanced analytics and data storageDemonstrated oral and written communication skillsKnowledge of various data science applications and architecturesActive TS/SCI with an active poly or ability to obtain a polyPreferred Qualifications:Polished oral and written communication skills sufficient to compose, tailor, and deliver original presentations and papers on abstract conceptsDevelops and employs strategies to analyze key issues, draw conclusions from data, and recommend viable solutions to address customer mission needs.Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams to complete complex data science projects.Experience with AWS or similar cloud providerDemonstrated experience in solving problems with structured and unstructured dataExperienced in applying statistical and data visualization skillsStrong problem solving skills to manipulate data and draw insights from large data setsProven ability to learn and master new software, technologies and techniquesExperience in two or more of the following: Python, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Neural Networks, Apache Spark, Hadoop, R, C++, SQL Database/Coding, or visualization tools such as TableauPeraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and participation in an attractive bonus plan.Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.Target Salary Range
$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Job Locations
US-VA-Herndon
Requisition ID
2024-152385
Position Category
Scientific, Research & Analysis
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI w/Poly
Responsibilities
Are you ready to work on a team that supports the development of cutting edge technology? Our program provides IT-based efforts required to support DoD and the IC for technology and concept development. The DoD intelligence mission is to provide accurate, relevant, and timely data and intelligence to tactical, operational, and strategic decision makers across the COCOM, nuclear, conventional, and Special Operations Forces. Decision superiority is the competitive advantage, enabled by an ongoing situational awareness that allows commanders and their forces to make informed decisions and implement them as fast and effectively as the situation warrants. Decision superiority is about improving the ability to observe, orient, decide, and act faster and more effectively than the adversary.Our program supports unclassified and classified software development and integration services. Some of the work we will do is brand new Big Data, data analysis, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and advanced analytics, while other work will be refining and improving legacy development, as well as providing operations and maintenancePosition Responsibilities:Work with customer's Chief Technology Office to further application and understanding of data science. Apply technical methods to data science problems supporting business and mission users. Advise or lead interdisciplinary teams throughout the full course of a data science project life cycle. Understands Machine Learning and is able to apply machine learning, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra techniques and approaches, including but not limited to, k-nearest neighbors, random forests, and ensemble methods. Understands Data Visualization and is able to employ visualization and data to enable data driven decisions.Possesses an expert ability to describe findings and techniques tailored to the intended audience, including technical and nontechnical decision makers. Demonstrated experience with Python or R. Possesses knowledge and experience of advanced analytics, cloud architecture, and data storage.Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:A Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience OR a PhD with 3 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree requirement
Demonstrated experience with Python or RPossesses knowledge and experience of advanced analytics and data storageDemonstrated oral and written communication skillsKnowledge of various data science applications and architecturesActive TS/SCI with an active poly or ability to obtain a polyPreferred Qualifications:Polished oral and written communication skills sufficient to compose, tailor, and deliver original presentations and papers on abstract conceptsDevelops and employs strategies to analyze key issues, draw conclusions from data, and recommend viable solutions to address customer mission needs.Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams to complete complex data science projects.Experience with AWS or similar cloud providerDemonstrated experience in solving problems with structured and unstructured dataExperienced in applying statistical and data visualization skillsStrong problem solving skills to manipulate data and draw insights from large data setsProven ability to learn and master new software, technologies and techniquesExperience in two or more of the following: Python, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Neural Networks, Apache Spark, Hadoop, R, C++, SQL Database/Coding, or visualization tools such as TableauPeraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and participation in an attractive bonus plan.Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.Target Salary Range
$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.