Data Scientist

Peraton; Illinois; On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a mid-level Data Scientist to analyze and resolve questions related to national security. The role supports intelligence production and helps build internal capabilities for analytic teams. The candidate will work independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment.

Required: TS/SCI with polygraph, BS/BA (or higher) with 5+ years of relevant experience (MS/MA 3+ years; PhD 0+ years). Proficiency in Python, R, and Ruby, plus data visualization and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS/BA or higher in a relevant field with 5+ years of relevant work experience; MS/MA 3+ years; PhD 0+ years.
• Experience with Python, R, Ruby for data science tasks.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and summarize findings clearly.
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to interact with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and identify opportunities to automate processes.
• Collaborate with partners to develop data collection strategies.
• Support data ingest, use, and management while ensuring compliance with standards.
• Maintain quality standards and support corrective actions.
• Engage with colleagues to enhance tools and close capability gaps.

Skills

Python

R

Ruby

Data visualization

Communication

Education

BS/BA in related field

MS/MA in related field

PhD (optional)

Tools

SQL

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a mid-level Data Scientist to help analyze and resolve key questions related to key issues of national security facing the United States. The data scientist will contribute to intelligence production and support the creation of internal capabilities to enhance and enable the effectiveness of analytic teams. The ideal candidate has experience supporting the Intelligence Community (IC), strong attention to detail and time management skills, and the ability to perform independently and within a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzing data collect and recommending opportunities to automate processes;
• Collaborating with internal and external partners to support the development of data collect strategies and opportunities to enhance that collect;
• Supporting the ingest, use, and management of data while ensuring all activity adheres to applicable customer and community standards;
• Maintaining quality standards as directed by the program leadership team and supporting the implementation of corrective actions as needed;
• Engaging with colleagues to support initiatives designed to enhance customer tools and close capabilities gaps

This is contingent upon contract award

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI clearance with polygraph;
• BS/BA and 5+ years of relevant experience, MS/MA and 3+ years of relevant experience, or PhD and 0+ years of relevant experience;
• 4 years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree;
• Data science background with experience using multiple programming languages such as Python, R, and Ruby;
• Ability to provide recommendations and technical support to enhance data management and database creation;
• Experience correlating and interpreting large amounts of data and detailing findings in a clear, concise manner;
• Experience with data visualization and reporting;
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills;
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse technical and non-technical audiences;
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills to resolve issues independently with minimal supervision

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting national-level customers;
• Experience working in the customer’s operational environment;
• Knowledge of IC policies and procedures and the ability to apply that knowledge to effectively meet customer needs

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.