Data Scientist

GRVTY; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

HSA with company contribution

Paid time off

401k with company match

Training and development

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

GRVTY is seeking a Data Scientist in Chantilly, VA to apply advanced analytics, modeling, and ML techniques on cyber-related data. The role requires working with cyber SMEs to develop AI/ML solutions for client challenges.

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required. 3–5 years of Data Science experience with a STEM degree, and proficiency in Python, Linux, and Windows are expected. Remote work is not supported; on-site in the Chantilly area with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance (applicable to this customer).
• 3–5 years of relevant experience as a Data Scientist, with a STEM degree (field such as computer science, statistics, data analytics, computer engineering, mathematics, etc.).
• Programming knowledge in Python or similar language.
• Experience with both Linux and Windows Operating Systems.
• Experience working with Cyber data to include examples such as Shodan, Censys.IO.
• Demonstrated experience with cleaning, managing, optimizing performance with, and processing large volumes of unstructured text data.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and machine learning techniques to identify, analyze, and solve cyber-related data challenges.
• Work closely with cyber SMEs to build AI/ML models and analytics to solve the client’s challenges.

Skills

Python

Linux

Windows OS

Cyber data experience

Unstructured text data processing

Education

STEM degree (CS/Statistics/Data analytics/Computer engineering/Mathematics)

Tools

Shodan

Censys.IO

Job description

Our team is charged with taking commercial and academic innovation high‑side, in domains of Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI / ML), Natural Language Processing (NLP). We also bring the best ideas, tools, and approaches in technology infrastructure (AWS, DevOps, etc.) to the IC. The tech stack used is extremely broad – anything cutting edge in the commercial market, the open source community, or the academic research community is likely involved: and if something isn't being looked at yet, you can make that happen.

This effort supports ALL missions of the Intelligence Community, including cyber‑related data science missions. A seamless group of contractor and customer personnel work to create innovations that supply customer groups with the data sets, models, algorithms, software, and infrastructure they need to increase their mission success. Management is hands off, gives the team the freedom to explore new approaches, and markets the best ideas and results to all the other IC customers.

This project regularly needs various types of people – Data Scientists, Data / ETL Engineers, Analytic Software Engineers, Full Stack Developers, UI/UX Developers, and AWS/DevOps experts. We're particularly interested in people with any of the following experience:

Work on this program takes place throughout the Reston/Herndon/Chantilly, VA area (we cannot support remote work) and requires a TS/SCI + Poly clearance (acceptable to this customer).

What You’ll be Owning

GRVTY is seeking a Data Scientist with a TS/SCI + Poly clearance (applicable to this customer) to join one of our top projects in Chantilly, VA.

This role requires applying advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and machine learning techniques to identify, analyze, and solve cyber‑related data challenges. The Data Scientist will be working closely with cyber SMEs to build AI/ML models and analytics to solve the client’s challenges.

What You Must Have

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance (applicable to this customer)
• 3-5 years of relevant experience as a Data Scientist, with a STEM degree (field such as computer science, statistics, data analytics, computer engineering, mathematics, etc.)
• Programming knowledge in Python or similar language
• Experience with both Linux and Windows Operating Systems
• Experience working with Cyber data to include examples such as Shodan, Censys.IO, etc.
• Demonstrated experience with cleaning, managing, optimizing performance with, and processing large volumes of unstructured text data

Nice to Have

• An advanced STEM degree

Pay Range

At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.

We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work‑life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Our benefits package is designed to support the well‑being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

$150,000 - $250,000 USD

Benefits

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [e-mail] or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.