Data Scientist - AI/ML (TS/SCI w/ Poly)

Job Description

Perform/utilize statistics, machine learning and analytic approaches to answer key intelligence questions, producing results and re-usable products that provide real value to Intelligence Analysts.

Apply machine learning techniques to identify and transform data features, find hidden patterns and trends, build and optimize classifiers, create automated anomaly detection systems, and automate steps of a process.

Evaluate statistical models to determine the validity of analyses, implement evaluated models into production by collaborating with software developers, periodically re-evaluate and refine machine learning models being used in production.

Curate and collect the data from a variety of traditional and non-traditional sources: extract data from sources, transform and integrate data in line with existing data, and load data into data stores for access by others.

Collaborate with Data Scientists to develop processes and tools to monitor and analyze model performance and data accuracy.

Work with analysts to interpret analytic results and refine analysis as needed.

Effectively communicate results and ideas to key decision makers, analysts and other stakeholders and shall provide information as appropriate.

Perform documentation of all processes, models and activities by developing, documents, and implement a configuration management plan for data sets.

Research latest data science tradecraft and technology.

Required Skills

• Active TS/SCI w/ polygraph required for consideration
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 8 years of experience; an advanced degree will be considered in lieu of years of experience
• 3+ years of Defensive Cyber Operations experience
• 3+ years of Machine Learning techniques and statistical model evaluation

Desired Skills

• Master's degree in relevant field and 4 years of experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with R or Python, and SQL to manipulate data and draw insights from large and small data sets
• Exposure to AWS (Amazon Web Services), Cisco (CCNA), and/or STIGs/IAVA, Big Data Platform (BDP)
• Strong background and skills in Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL)/Windows/Virtual environments
• A problem solver who can get in, be given a project, and use engineering skills to determine a solution
• Python, Jupyter Notebooks, Network Analysis Tools
• Security Clearance Requirement: An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

Pay

$112,200.00 - $196,400.00

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Holidays

About the Role

Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential.

Qualifications

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.