Senior Data Scientist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Description & Requirements ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Data Scientist to join our team in Chantilly, VA. The successful candidate will possess a diverse range of data-focused skills and experience, both technical and analytical. They will have a strong desire and capability for problem solving, data analysis and troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and experimentation, with a particular interest or aptitude in the Cloud arena. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Working with large, complex, and disparate data sets Designing and implementing innovative ways to analyze and exploit the Sponsor's data holdings, particularly Cloud-related data holdings Researching and reporting on a wide variety of Sponsor inquiries Raising proactive inquiries to the Sponsor based on observations and proposed data analysis/exploitation Solving difficult, non-routine problems by applying advanced analytical methodologies, and improving analytic methodologies Developing custom searches Communicating and coordinating with internal and external partners as needed Basic Qualifications: Thorough knowledge of appropriate analytic tools and methodologies in one or more of the following: Applied mathematics (e.g. probability and statistics, formal modeling, computational social sciences) Computer programming (e.g. programming languages, math/statistics packages, computer science, machine learning, scientific computing) Ability to code or script in one or more general programming language Experience with, and understanding of, algorithms for classification, regression, clustering, and anomaly detection Knowledge of relational databases, including SQL and large-scale distributed systems (e.g. Hadoop) Expertise with statistical data analysis (e.g. linear models, multivariate analysis, stochastic models, sampling methods) Demonstrated effectiveness in collecting information and accurately representing/visualizing it to non-technical third parties 10+ years relevant Information Technology experience High School Diploma or GED Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of, and/or hands-on experience with, Cloud technologies, such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, etc. Experience working in a mission environment and/or with many different types of data Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI with Polygraph Physical Requirements: Use hands to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations , For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone. ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please contact ManTech's Corporate EEO Department at . ManTech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - minorities, females, disabled and protected veterans are urged to apply. ManTech's utilization of any external recruitment or job placement agency is predicated upon its full compliance with our equal opportunity/affirmative action policies. ManTech does not accept resumes from unsolicited recruiting firms. We pay no fees for unsolicited services. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation please click and provide your name and contact information.

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