Data Scientist

Nixil; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixil Pty in Canberra is seeking a Data Scientist to turn complex data into insights and analytical models supporting national security outcomes. You will work with data across multiple sources and deliver robust statistical and ML solutions.

The role requires current NV1, NV2 or TSPV security clearance, and the position runs from March 2027 to June 2027 with offices in Canberra, Sydney and Adelaide.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated data science, statistical analysis and predictive modelling experience.
• Proficiency in Python or R, SQL and relevant analytical libraries.
• Experience with data visualisation, model evaluation and version control.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse data from multiple sources.
• Develop, test and validate statistical and machine learning models.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Maintain reproducible analysis and secure data handling practices.

Skills

Data science

Statistical analysis

Predictive modelling

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

• Office locations: Canberra, Sydney and Adelaide
• Essential: Current NV1, NV2 or TSPV security clearance
• Start Date: March 2027
• End Date: June 2027

We are seeking a Data Scientist to turn complex data into insights and analytical models supporting national security outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse data from multiple sources.
• Develop, test and validate statistical and machine learning models.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Maintain reproducible analysis and secure data handling practices.

Skills & experience

• Demonstrated data science, statistical analysis and predictive modelling experience.
• Proficiency in Python or R, SQL and relevant analytical libraries.
• Experience with data visualisation, model evaluation and version control.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Security Clearance: Current NV1, NV2 or TSPV clearance is strictly required