Intelligent Systems Architect

Systems Integration, Inc. (SII); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company is looking for a Data Scientist in Washington, DC. The role involves advanced data mining techniques, developing predictive models, and ensuring data integrity. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, along with strong skills in machine learning and data visualization. A Top-Secret clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Must be US Citizen.
• Requires a Top-Secret clearance (SCI Poly may be required later).
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting data-driven projects.

Responsibilities

• Select and optimize machine learning classifiers.
• Apply data mining methods to extract patterns.
• Cleanse and validate data integrity.
• Conduct analyses and present results.
• Develop anomaly detection systems.

Skills

Machine learning algorithms (e.g., kNN, SVM)

Data science toolkits (e.g., R, NumPy)

Data visualization skills (e.g., D3.js, GGplot)

SQL proficiency

Scripting and programming abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

Anaconda

SPSS

NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Data Scientist role at Systems Integration, Inc. (SII). We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to help the FBI uncover actionable insights from vast and complex data sets. This role focuses on identifying enterprise-level toolsets, applying advanced data mining techniques, and building predictive models that integrate with FBI systems. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and the ability to communicate findings clearly across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Select, build, and optimize machine learning classifiers using advanced techniques
• Apply state-of-the-art data mining methods to extract meaningful patterns
• Enhance data collection procedures to ensure relevance for analytic systems
• Cleanse, process, and validate data integrity for analysis
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses and present results in a clear, actionable format
• Develop and monitor automated anomaly detection systems
• Design innovative approaches for handling and analyzing large-scale data sets
• Address fundamental challenges in data handling, search, and retention
• Solve complex data storage and retrieval issues
• Develop software solutions to improve data search and access processes
• Analyze results and deliver recommendations that support mission objectives

Qualifications

• Must be US Citizen
• Requires a Top-Secret clearance (SCI Poly may be required later).
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms (e.g., kNN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests)
• Proficiency with data science toolkits such as R, Weka, NumPy, and MATLAB
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience with tools like Microsoft Power BI, Anaconda, and SPSS
• Skilled in data visualization using D3.js, GGplot, or similar platforms
• Proficient in SQL and Hive for querying large datasets
• Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase)
• Solid foundation in applied statistics (distributions, testing, regression)
• Strong scripting and programming capabilities
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting data-driven projects of similar scope
• Bachelor's degree required in data science, statistics, computer science or related field

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

Reston, VA; Washington, DC areas are noted in postings. This role may require security-related considerations in the posting process.