Data Scientist

Booz Allen Hamilton; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Washington, DC is seeking a Data Scientist to unlock insights from large datasets across IoT and AI applications. You’ll craft analytics, build models, and deliver data-driven solutions for government and commercial clients.

The role emphasizes ETL, data conditioning, and scalable analytics, with strong emphasis on ML, visualization, and secure data handling. Active TS/SCI clearance is required or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python, R, or SQL for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms and systems to turn large data sets into actionable insights.
• Collaborate with clients to understand questions and needs and dig into data-rich environments.
• Design automated analytic software and techniques to solve problems.
• Integrate and extend free/open-source or commercial software to new use cases.
• Create data visualizations to communicate findings effectively.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

ETL pipelines

Git

Statistical analysis

Predictive modeling

Machine learning

Tableau

Power BI

ArcGIS

TS/SCI clearance

Polygraph

FOSS integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science or related field

Bachelor’s degree + 3+ years in data science

Tools

Git

GitLab

GitHub

Bitbucket

Job description

## Data ScientistApplylocations: Washington, DCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: November 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0245950Data Scientist**The Opportunity:**As a data scientist, you’re excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you’re fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured data open new opportunities. As a data scientist at Booz Allen, you can help turn these complex data sets into useful information to solve global challenges. Across private and public sectors, from fraud detection to cancer research, to national intelligence, we need you to help find the answers in the data.On our team, you’ll use your analytical skills and data science knowledge to create real-world impact. You’ll work closely with your clients to understand their questions and needs, and then dig into their data-rich environments to find the pieces of their information puzzle. You’ll develop algorithms and systems and use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data points into objective answers to help clients make informed decisions. Ultimately, you’ll provide a deep understanding of the data, what it all means, and how it can be used.Join us. The world can’t wait.**You Have:*** Experience using data science programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL* Experience creating ETL pipelines, including querying APIs, cleaning and conditioning data, and creating schemas for data storage* Experience with version control tools, including git, GitLab, GitHub, or Bitbucket* Knowledge of statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning methods* Ability to design and develop automated analytic software, techniques, and algorithms* Ability to develop solutions and integrate and extend free and open-source software (FOSS) or COTS products* Ability to generate data visualizations with tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or ArcGIS* Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam* HS diploma or GED and 7+ years of experience in data science, or Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience in data science**Nice If You Have:*** Experience working with GEOINT, HUMINT, MASINT, OSINT, and SIGINT, and the data and tools associated with these disciplines* Experience with intelligence or operations analysis in the DoW or Intelligence Community* Knowledge of DevOps, including CI/CD pipelines and Jenkins* TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph**Clearance:**Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.**Compensation**At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.**Identity Statement**As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. 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