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Data Scientist

Cherokee Federal

On-site
Reston, VA
Full-time
Mid Level
4+ yrs
$140k–$155kPosted 1mo ago

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Job description

Cherokee Federal is hiring a Data Scientist — a full-time, based in Reston, VA role ($140k–$155k). Apply directly on Cherokee Federal's careers page below.

Data Scientist - Mid

Location: Washington, DC, United States

Data Scientist – Mid

***This position requires an active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph.***

 

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking a Data Scientist to design, implement, and operate data management systems for intelligence needs. 

 

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated starting salary range: $140,000-$155,000. Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

 

Data Scientist – Mid Responsibilities Include: 

  • Conduct data analytics, data mining, exploratory analysis, predictive analysis, and statistical analysis, and uses scientific techniques to correlate data into graphical, written, visual and verbal narrative products, enabling more informed analytic decisions

  • Proactively retrieve information from various sources, analyzes it for better understanding about the data set, and builds AI tools that automate certain processes

  • Supports program evaluation with system assessments, statistical and data analysis, apply data mining techniques, and build high quality prediction systems.

  • Design how data will be stored, accessed, used, integrated, and managed by different data regimes and digital systems. 

  • Work with data users to determine, create, and populate optimal data architectures, structures, and systems. 

  • Plans, designs, and optimizes data throughput and query performance. 

  • Provides modeling/visualization[RS1] , machine learning, statistic, data engineering, pattern recognition/learning support to organization as needed.

  • Use data science approaches to identify anomalies, patterns, or relationships that can support organization’s assessments.[RS2] 

  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

 

Data Scientist – Mid Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

  • Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph

  • Minimum of four (4) years of related experience

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

  • Skilled in data visualization and use of graphical applications, including Microsoft Office (Power BI) and Tableau

  • Skilled in major data science languages, such as R and Python

  • Experience in managing and merging of disparate data sources, preferably through R, Python, or SQL

  • Experience with statistical analysis and data mining algorithms

  • Experience with large data Multi-INT analytics, ML, and automated predictive analytics

  • Comprehensive mission knowledge and skills that affirms completion of all developmental training

  • Ability to communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and / or technically advanced

  • Ability to structure analysis based on trends in reporting and a range of analytic perspectives from other analysts, organizations, and intelligence disciplines

  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and direction

  • Ability to collaborate and work with other IC members on information Sharing, driving collection, and addressing analytic disputes and conflict resolution. 

  • Ability to develop concise, insightful. and comprehensive products for defense intelligence. 

  • Ability to lead teams in researching multifaceted or critical problems.

  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

 

Company Information:

Cherokee Strategic Edge (CSE) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CSE is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

 

#CherokeeFederal #LI-SM1 #IntelCareers

 

Similar searchable job titles

  • Data Engineer
  • Data Architect
  • Data Analyst
  • Data Solutions Manager
  • Business Intelligence Analyst

 

Keywords 

  • Data management systems
  • Data architecture
  • Database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, HPC)
  • Data analysis
  • Data optimization

 

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.

***This position requires an active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph.*** Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking a Data Scientist to design, implement, and operate data management systems for intelligence needs.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Data Scientist at Cherokee Federal?

The estimated salary range for Data Scientist at Cherokee Federal is $140,000 - $155,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Data Scientist at Cherokee Federal?

The required skills for Data Scientist at Cherokee Federal include: AI, Machine Learning, Power BI, Tableau, Python, R, SQL, NoSQL, Data Engineering.

What is the seniority level for Data Scientist at Cherokee Federal?

Data Scientist at Cherokee Federal is a Mid Level level position.

How do I apply for Data Scientist at Cherokee Federal?

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