Data Scientist, Level 3

What You Will Do: At Independent Software, as a Data Scientist Level 3, you will support mission-critical national security operations by applying advanced data science, machine learning, and statistical techniques to large-scale, complex datasets. This role has a strong focus on Big Data platform support, scalable data processing, and algorithm development and refinement within distributed computing environments. Key Responsibilities:

• Apply machine learning, statistical analysis, and computational techniques to analyze large and complex datasets
• Develop, implement, and refine analytical algorithms to improve performance and mission outcomes
• Perform data curation, normalization, transformation, and integration across multiple data sources
• Design and build automated data processing pipelines and reproducible analytics workflows
• Conduct exploratory data analysis, hypothesis testing, and statistical modeling
• Create models for inference, prediction, and domain-specific analytics
• Create data visualizations to effectively communicate analytical results
• Translate mission requirements into technical data solutions and analytical workflows
• Communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support mission objectives

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong experience in data science, machine learning, and statistical analysis
• Proficiency in Python and experience working in data analysis environments (e.g., Jupyter Notebooks)
• Experience working with large-scale data and Big Data platforms (e.g., Spark or similar technologies)
• Experience performing tasks associated with Big Data platform management and distributed data processing environments
• Experience developing, implementing, and refining analytical algorithms to improve performance and scalability
• Experience supporting data visualization and presenting analytical results through dashboards or visual tools
• Strong background in mathematics, statistics, and computational methods
• Experience with data processing, including cleaning, transformation, and normalization
• Experience with workflow automation and reproducible analytics
• Ability to analyze data in varying states of completeness and structure
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline and six (6) years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and eight (8) years of relevant experience
• Associate’s degree in a related discipline and ten (10) years of relevant experience

Relevant Experience:

• Must have experience in intrusion analysis, network defense, malware analysis, or a related cybersecurity field

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

Why Choose Independent Software:

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance

Apply today.