Data Scientist / Active TS/SCI

Peraton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

A security solutions provider is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to enhance its Federal Strategic Cyber group in Washington, DC. This role involves designing machine learning models and integrating analytics into security operations to improve threat detection and response. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of experience, and active TS/SCI clearance. A collaborative environment focuses on addressing critical national security challenges through advanced technical solutions and intelligent data management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data science or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Intelligence with supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and similar frameworks.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy machine learning models for SOC operations.
• Analyze and integrate security telemetry for threat detection.
• Collaborate with SOC teams for actionable insights.
• Produce technical documentation and performance metrics.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Machine learning

Data pipeline development

Threat detection

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Locations: US-AZ-Chandler | US-DC-Washington

Requisition ID: 2026-163416

Position Category: Scientific, Research & Analysis

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI

Job Description

Peraton is seeking to hire an experienced Data Scientist for its Federal Strategic Cyber group.

Location: Chandler, AZ or Washington DC.

Roles and Responsibilities

• The Data Scientist supports a 24x7 Security Operations Center (SOC) by designing, developing, and operationalizing advanced analytics and machine learning solutions that enhance threat detection, response automation, and operational decision‑making.
• This role provides technical leadership and translates complex security data into actionable insights.

You will

• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and advanced analytics to improve SOC alert fidelity, prioritization, and response effectiveness.
• Analyze large volumes of security telemetry from SIEM, SOAR, EDR, network, and cloud platforms.
• Build and maintain data pipelines, feature engineering processes, and model validation workflows.
• Integrate analytics into SOC tools and operational workflows using Docker- and Kubernetes‑based architectures.
• Apply MITRE ATT&CK and related frameworks to align analytics with adversary behaviors and threat use cases.
• Provide technical solution design and act as a technical lead or mentor for data science and analytics personnel.
• Collaborate closely with SOC analysts, threat hunters, and engineers to operationalize insights.
• Produce technical documentation, model performance metrics, and leadership‑level briefings.
• Support continuous improvement of SOC analytics, automation, and detection capabilities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree with minimum 8 years experience. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
• Minimum of 7 years Intelligence experience with IC Management or Supervision related experience.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, D3FEND, Diamond Model, Kill Chain frameworks.
• Possess and maintain one of the following certifications:
  • CISM, CySA+, GCIA + CFR, Network+, Security+, or CEH
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

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

$135,000 - $216,000. 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.