Data Scientist

Searchability NS&D; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national security consultancy in Cheltenham seeks multiple Security Cleared Data Scientists. You will design and implement analytical models, develop data pipelines, and deliver insights for high-stakes projects. The candidate must possess current enhanced DV clearance and strong skills in Python and machine learning. A competitive rate of up to £850 p/d is offered for this urgent role requiring 3-4 days on-site work.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Opportunity to work on mission-critical projects

Qualifications

• Current enhanced DV clearance (mandatory).
• Proven experience in a data science or machine learning role.
• Strong programming skills in Python.

Responsibilities

• Perform data wrangling, cleaning, and preparation of datasets.
• Develop and deploy machine learning models.
• Write clean, maintainable Python code.

Skills

Data wrangling

Machine learning

Python

Data pipelines

Communication skills

Tools

pandas

NumPy

scikit-learn

Job description

New Contract Opportunity for a multiple Security Cleared Data Scientists with an Industry Leading National Security Consultancy in Cheltenham.

• Active eDV (West) Required
• Up to £850 p/d Inside IR35
• 6-12 month engagement
• Urgent requirement - ASAP start
• 3-4 days on site per week in Cheltenham

The Role

As a Data Scientist, you’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to extract insight from complex, high-volume datasets. You’ll design and implement advanced analytical and machine learning models, develop robust data pipelines, and deliver actionable intelligence to inform decision-making at the highest levels.

This role offers the opportunity to apply your technical skills to highly operational challenges in a fast-paced, secure setting. You’ll work closely with engineers, analysts, and mission specialists to ensure data-driven outcomes that make a tangible difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform data wrangling, cleaning, transformation, and preparation of large, complex datasets
• Develop and deploy machine learning models to solve real-world operational problems
• Write clean, maintainable Python code for data analysis, automation, and modelling
• Collaborate with engineers and analysts to integrate models into production systems
• Present findings and insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of analytical tooling and processes

Skills & Experience

• Current enhanced DV clearance (mandatory)
• Proven experience in a data science or machine learning role
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with key data libraries (e.g. pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn)
• Experience with data wrangling, feature engineering, and model optimisation
• Understanding of data pipelines, APIs, and production deployment workflows
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach

Why Apply?

• Work on mission-critical UK Government projects with real-world impact
• Join a leading consultancy known for innovation and technical excellence
• Long-term engagement with competitive day rate and secure on-site environment