Data Scientist

Ardent Principles, Inc; Chantilly (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Training Budget

Employer-covered Vision, Dental,Health

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Holidays

Spot Bonuses

Job summary

Ardent Principles, Inc. in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Data Scientist to turn complex data into actionable insights. You will build visualizations and dashboards using Tableau, Tableau Prep Builder, Python, SQL, and Excel to drive business decisions.

The role requires Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly and onsite work. You will apply both qualitative and quantitative methods across multiple disciplines, interfacing with technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in two or more core disciplines: business analytics, statistics, data verification/validation, or data visualization.
• Applies qualitative and quantitative data analysis to business analytics problems.
• Creates data visualization mockups and prototypes; documents processes and demonstrates products to diverse audiences.
• Interprets data models and works with varied data sources and structures.
• Translates customer requirements into project or system specs.
• Uses Tableau, Python, SQL, and Excel to analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Apply both qualitative and quantitative methods to business analytics problems.
• Create visualization prototypes and document processes for stakeholders.
• Interpret data models and work with multiple data sources.
• Translate customer requirements into project or system specifications.
• Leverage Tableau, Python, SQL, and Excel in analyses.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical thinking

Self-starter

Problem solving

Qualitative analysis

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or Information Systems or 4 years of relevant data analysis experience within the IC or military

Tools

Tableau

Tableau Prep Builder

Python

SQL

Excel

Job description

Data Scientist

Application Deadline: 4 September 2026

Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chantilly, VA

Compensation: $130,000 - $260,000 / year

Description

REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time, onsite in Chantilly, VA
We are seeking a highly capable Data Scientist who excels at turning complex data into clear, actionable insight. The ideal candidate brings experience in
two or more core disciplines—business analytics, statistics, data verification and validation, or data visualization—and applies both qualitative and quantitative methods to real‑world business analytics problems. This role requires proficiency in
Tableau,
Tableau Prep Builder,
Python,
SQL, and
Excel, along with the ability to transform, manipulate, and combine data from diverse sources and structures.

Who We Are: We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
"Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us and let's shape the future together!

Key Responsibilities

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:

• Working within two or more of the following disciplines:
  • a. Business analytics
  • b. Statistics
  • c. Data verification and validation
  • d. Data visualization
• Applying qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods to business analytics problems.
• Creating data visualization mockups, prototypes of visualizations, documenting work processes and effectively demonstrating products to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Interpreting data models and working with a variety of data sources and structures.
• Translating customer requirements into project or system specifications.
• Using Tableau.
• Transforming, manipulating, and combining data using a programming language, such as Python.
• Using a data preparation tool, such as Tableau Prep Builder.
• Using Excel and SQL.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to decompose ambiguous problems into actionable plans.

Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:

• Working with data derived from technical missions, taskings, collection, processing, analysis, or dissemination.
• Using visualization tools, such as Jupyter, Visio, SharePoint, or Confluence.
• Working with APIs.
• Using GitHub, or similar version control systems.
• Using Python or R.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or Information Systems or 4 years of relevant data analysis experience within the IC or military.

What We Offer You

• Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
• Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
• 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
• 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
• 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
• 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
• Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

SCHEDULE

This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.