AI/ML Data Scientist — Cyber Defense (TS/SCI)

Spry Methods, Inc.; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Spry Methods, Inc. seeks an AI/LM Data Scientist to support Defensive Cyber Operations in a mission-focused environment. You will transform high-volume data into actionable insights, developing analytic capabilities for detection, analysis, and response to cyber threats.

The role emphasizes applied analytics, model deployment, and real-time operational impact, collaborating with engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions in secure environments.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (CS, Data Science, Math, Engineering).
• 8+ years experience in data science, analytics, or cyber programs.
• 3+ years in Defensive Cyber Operations environments.
• 3+ years hands-on ML and statistical modeling.
• Experience evaluating and implementing analytic models in operational environments.
• Proficiency in Python or R for data analysis.
• Experience using SQL to manipulate and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Apply ML, statistical methods, and analytics to address cyber and intelligence challenges.
• Design, develop, and optimize models for pattern detection, classification, and anomaly identification.
• Ingest, transform, and integrate data from multiple sources to support analytic workflows.
• Build and maintain data pipelines and ensure data quality and accessibility.
• Deploy analytic models into production and monitor performance for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with analysts and operators to interpret results and refine analytic approaches.
• Translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Support rapid prototyping and delivery of new analytic capabilities in operational environments.
• Document data sources, models, and processes for transparency and reproducibility.
• Stay current with emerging data science techniques to enhance mission impact.

Skills

Python

R

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SQL

Jupyter Notebooks

AWS

Job description

Spry Methods, Inc. seeks an AI/LM Data Scientist to support Defensive Cyber Operations in a mission-focused environment. You will transform high-volume data into actionable insights, developing analytic capabilities for detection, analysis, and response to cyber threats.

The role emphasizes applied analytics, model deployment, and real-time operational impact, collaborating with engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions in secure environments.