Data Scientist - Mid

Description

The role supports modernization work at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), where data analysis informs national security decisions.

You will replace manual work with automation and deliver timely, reliable information to analysts and leaders who act on it.

Experience with geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) is a plus but is not required to succeed in the role.

The position is mid-level.

Responsibilities

• Build dashboards and visualizations.
• Develop Python-based automation.
• Apply AI and ML to streamline analytic and data workflows.
• Work with GEOINT analysts and government stakeholders to connect data across systems through APIs.
• Track and share metrics.
• Help modernize how work gets done as mission needs change.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph.
• 4+ years of experience as a data scientist or in data automation roles.
• Hands-on Python experience for data analysis and visualization, using libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Plotly, Dash, or Bokeh.
• Familiarity with APIs and experience writing scripts or tools that automate tasks or workflows.
• Foundational understanding of AI and ML concepts, gained through work, education, certifications, or training.
• Ability to explain technical work to non-technical audiences.
• Optional: familiarity with SQL, relational databases, or connecting enterprise systems.
• Optional: exposure to Esri tools (ArcGIS Pro, ArcSDE) or workflow management systems such as Flowable.
• Optional: awareness of GEOINT workflows or experience supporting NGA or the Intelligence Community.
• Optional: curiosity about emerging AI technologies.
• Optional: background as an intelligence analyst or in government or military service, with an interest in data science or automation.

Conditions

Pay is $125,000 to $145,000 USD for the Virginia location.

Pay depends on factors such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision.
• Health Savings Account with a company contribution.
• Annual paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401k with a generous company match.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Award programs.
• Company-sponsored events.