Data Scientist - Artificial Intelligence, Cloud & Automation

Via Logic LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Via Logic LLC is hiring a Data Scientist in Fort Meade, Maryland to support USCYBERCOM. This role focuses on architecting AI capabilities for mission-critical operations, requiring 12+ years of cyber engineering experience. Candidates must be proficient in Python, SQL, and Java and hold an active Top Secret clearance. Extensive knowledge of OCO/DCO tactics and operational intelligence is essential. The successful candidate will also develop automated workflows for intelligence and vulnerability remediation while supporting the advancement of U.S. cybersecurity initiatives.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in cyber engineering, data science, or software development.
• Expert proficiency in Python, SQL, and Java.
• Deep understanding of OCO/DCO tactics and USCYBERCOM roadmap.
• Must meet DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II/III requirements.
• Active Top Secret (TS), SCI and active Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph clearance.

Responsibilities

• Architect and operationalize AI-driven capabilities for USCYBERCOM.
• Develop automated AI workflows for intelligence gathering and defense.
• Build AI platforms for network attack and defense.
• Deploy AI/ML models within secure cloud environments.
• Develop software to automate vulnerability remediation.

Skills

Python

SQL

Java

LLMOps

RAG patterns

vector databases

Job description

The Cyber & Analytics Business Unit with the Intel Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Data Scientist, with a deep understanding of Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, and Automation to support USCYBERCOM. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the Cyberspace Operations Support Services 3.0 mission. In this mission we support the advancement of USCYBERCOM, the CNMF, and JTF-ARES as it transforms to achieve the objectives outlined in USCYBERCOM 2.0, 2026 National Cyber Strategy, and the USCYBERCOM AI Strategy. Moving from opportunistic AI to systemic adoption.

Primary Responsibilities

The Senior Full‑Spectrum Cyber AI Engineer will architect and operationalize AI‑driven capabilities that bridge the gap between OCO and DCO. You will lead the development of automated, “agentic” AI workflows that synchronize intelligence gathering, defensive hardening, and offensive effect delivery. This role is critical for achieving “analytic superiority” by integrating AI into real‑time command‑and‑control (C2) and mission management across all network tiers.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrated Mission Automation: Design AI agents and LLM‑enabled workflows to automate the Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP), specifically for deconflicting and synchronizing OCO and DCO activities.
• Full‑Spectrum Tool Development: Build AI‑powered platforms for both computer network attack and computer network defense, using automated data pipelines to ingest and act on multi‑source security telemetry.
• Secure Cloud Ops: Deploy and scale AI/ML models within secure AWS/Azure GovCloud environments, utilizing Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) to ensure mission agility and continuous delivery.
• Operational Intelligence Integration: Synchronize AI‑driven intelligence planning with operational timelines to provide actionable, real‑time insights for mission execution.
• Tactical AI/ML Engineering: Develop production‑ready software-from vision to deployment‑that automates vulnerability remediation and enhances system resiliency against advanced state actors.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience: 12+ years in cyber engineering, data science, or software development, with specific experience in full‑Spectrum cyber operations missions.
• Technical Skills: Expert proficiency in Python, SQL, and Java; experience with LLMOps, RAG patterns, and vector databases.
• Operational Knowledge: Deep understanding of OCO/DCO tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and the USCYBERCOM mission roadmap.
• Certification: Must meet DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II/III requirements (e.g., CISSP, GCIH, or CEH).
• Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS), SCI and active Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• This position supports mission‑critical operations that may require surge support. While the normal work schedule is an 8‑hour day, the role may require extended work hours, including up to 12‑hour shifts and/or 7 days per week, during periods of increased operational demand.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience supporting USCYBERCOM National Mission Teams (NMT) or Combat Mission Teams (CMT).
• Knowledge of the Cyber National Mission Force (CNMF) AI roadmap and federal laboratory technology transfer processes.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.