Geospatial Consulting Group International (geocgi) delivers geospatial and data-driven solutions for mission-focused organizations. This contract Data Scientist role supports the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Diplomatic Security, combining machine learning, analytics, and AI with a hybrid schedule (primarily home-based, with one day per week in Rosslyn, Virginia).
What you’ll do
You will design and deliver machine learning and data science workflows that turn both structured and unstructured data into actionable insights. Work includes building and deploying supervised and unsupervised models, extracting and enriching information from files, databases, APIs, and enterprise systems, and applying advanced analytics across multiple data modalities.
- Design, develop, and deploy ML and data science workflows to extract insights from structured and unstructured data.
- Perform content extraction and enrichment across diverse sources and formats (files, databases, APIs, enterprise systems).
- Apply NLP and computer vision methods for entity recognition, entity de-duplication, keyword extraction, document classification, and similarity analysis.
- Build graph-based data models and analytics for relationship discovery, entity resolution, and network analysis; integrate with GIS platforms where applicable.
- Leverage cloud-native AI and analytics, with emphasis on Microsoft Azure (including Azure AI services and Azure Foundry or equivalent).
- Perform big data processing and analytics, including ingestion, transformation, feature engineering, and model evaluation at scale.
- Create data visualizations and analytical products using Esri ArcGIS, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent tools for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in Python, R, and SQL (or related languages) using modern development practices.
- Collaborate with GIS analysts and mission stakeholders to integrate analytics into operational workflows.
- Produce technical documentation, analytical reports, and briefings; present findings clearly to stakeholders with varying technical backgrounds.
What you bring
- U.S. citizenship with active DoD Secret clearance.
- Education and experience aligned to one of the following: 5 years with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; or 3 years with a Master’s degree; or 2 years with a PhD.
- Demonstrated professional experience in machine learning and data science, including model development, evaluation, and deployment.
- Proven experience with big data processing and analytics.
- Experience with graph databases and graph analytics for relationship modeling and entity resolution.
- Strong programming and scripting skills in Python, R, and SQL.
- Experience building and running containerized applications and APIs, including deployment to Kubernetes clusters.
- Proficiency with data science and analytics environments/tools such as Jupyter Lab, VS Code, GitLab, and related platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical rigor, and accuracy.
Preferred fit
- Familiarity with ArcGIS, GIS data, or spatial analytics, including integration of geospatial data into analytical workflows.
- Experience with Azure AI services, Azure Foundry, or equivalent cloud-native AI platforms.
- Experience integrating analytics into enterprise systems, including secure or classified environments.
- Experience with ArcGIS, Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization platforms beyond basic reporting.
Tools and technologies you’ll use
Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, NLP, computer vision, graph databases, graph analytics, GIS platforms, Microsoft Azure, Azure AI services, Azure Foundry, Python, R, SQL, Esri ArcGIS, Power BI, Tableau, Jupyter Lab, VS Code, GitLab, Kubernetes, APIs, containerized applications.
Contract details
- Client: Department of State
- Location: Rosslyn, Virginia
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, Eastern Business Hours (in office one day per week)
- Travel: Not required
- Clearance: Secret
Compensation and benefits
The annual base salary range is $110,000 to $135,000 USD, commensurate with experience and leading Federal Contractors in the geospatial industry.
- Merit-based spot and end of year bonuses.
- Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
- Flexible work hours and PTO.
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for individual employees, plus optional coverage extensions for spouses and child dependents available for purchase through the company plan.
- Company paid training, certifications, and professional growth and development.
- Opportunities for upward mobility in a dynamic fast-paced environment within a small company.