Data Scientist - Experienced to Expert Level (Maryland)

About the role

NSA Data Scientists tackle challenging real-world problems leveraging big data, high-performance computing, machine learning, and a breadth of other methodologies. They employ their mathematical science, computer science, and quantitative analysis skills to develop solutions to complex data problems and take full advantage of NSA's capabilities to tackle the highest priority foreign intelligence and cybersecurity challenges.

Responsibilities

• Exploring data analysis and model-fitting to reveal data features of interest
• Using the machine-learned predictive modeling
• Constructing usable data sets from multiple sources to meet customer needs
• Identifying and analyzing anomalous data (including metadata)
• Developing conceptual design and models to address mission requirements
• Developing qualitative and quantitative methods for characterizing datasets in various states
• Performing analytic modeling, scripting, and/or programming
• Working collaboratively and iteratively throughout the data-science lifecycle
• Designing and developing analytics and techniques for analysis
• Analyzing data using mathematical and statistical methods
• Evaluating, documenting, and communicating research processes, analyses, and results to customers, peers, and leadership
• Creating interpretable visualizations

Qualifications

• The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.
• Applicants will be asked to complete the Data Science Examination (DSE) which evaluates their knowledge of statistics, mathematics, and computer science topics that pertain to data science work.
• Passing this examination at a local testing site is a requirement in order to be considered for selection into a data scientist position.
• Transcripts for each academic institution are required prior to being invited to interview with Agency data science professionals and should be submitted as part of the online application.
• At least one course must be from advanced mathematics (for example, calculus, differential equations, discrete mathematics, linear algebra, and calculus-based statistics).
• At least one course must be from advanced computer science (for example, algorithms, programming, data structures, data mining, artificial intelligence).
• Experience must include both programming and one or more of the following: designing/implementing machine learning, data mining, statistical analysis, statistical consulting, artificial intelligence development, computational science, software engineering, technical writing, data visualization, or data engineering.
• Experience must also include formal or informal leadership.

Skills

• Programming
• Machine Learning
• Data Mining
• Statistical Analysis
• Statistical Consulting
• Artificial Intelligence Development
• Computational Science
• Software Engineering
• Technical Writing
• Data Visualization
• Data Engineering

Benefits

NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package including salary offers based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position. Benefits vary by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.

Pay

Salary Range: $132,751 - $197,200 (Senior, Expert)

Schedule

This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).