Data Scientist (Data Management)

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE); Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Fairfax, Virginia invites applications for a data-analytics role within DHS. The position focuses on developing data reports, integrating systems, and building new data storage capabilities to support complex investigations.

The ideal candidate has a degree in math, statistics, CS, or data science and experience in scripting and advanced data management. This is a full-time government role with competitive federal benefits and impact on national

Qualifications

• Degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or related field with transcripts.
• Combination of education and experience acceptable per OR requirement.
• Experience interpreting information with advanced data management concepts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development of data reports, integration between data systems, and development of new data systems for data storage.
• Develop strategic approaches to utilize data to identify criminal activity and support complex investigations.
• Utilize research and analytical methods to evaluate large data sets linked to investigations.

Skills

Advanced data management

Data reporting

Scripting

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

Summary

Summary

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Organizational Location: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security, in Fairfax, Virginia.

This is a non-bargaining unit position.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within the National Capital Region.

Duties

• Manage the development of data reports, integration between data systems, and development of new data systems for data storage;
• Develop strategic approaches to utilize data to identify criminal activity and support complex, long-term investigations; and
• Utilize research, data science disciplines, and analytical strategies to evaluate large data sets connected to criminal investigations.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You must successfully pass a drug screen.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service.
• Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• Probationary Period: This is a full-time permanent position (Career/Career-Conditional appointment). Upon appointment to this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

Please limit your resume to 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

In Addition To Meeting The Minimum Qualifications Below, You Must Also Possess One Of The Following To Satisfy The Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) For The GS-1560 Job Series:

• Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. (Transcripts are required; unofficial are accepted)

OR

• Combination of education and experience: Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in above plus, additional education or appropriate experience. (Transcripts are required; unofficial are accepted)

You Qualify For The GS-13 Grade Level If You Possess One (1) Year Of Specialized Experience At The GS-12 Grade Level Or Equivalent Performing Duties Such As:

• Using advanced data management concepts and techniques to interpret information;
• Developing data reports and new data systems for an organization; and
• Leveraging advanced functions like scripting and creation of complex calculated fields

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities