Data Scientist (Exploitation Specialist-Expert) – NGA – WASH

Masego; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Generous PTO

Job summary

Masego is an award-winning small business providing expert Geospatial Intelligence Solutions and instruction services. We seek an Expert-level TS/SCI-cleared Data Scientist to join our team, supporting NGA-related efforts in a DoD/IC environment.

The role requires engineering robust data pipelines and communicating complex concepts clearly. Salary starts at $158,000+ based on stated requirements, with strong benefits and a chance to work on high-impact national security projects from

Qualifications

• 18+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• 15+ years with a Bachelor’s Degree.
• 16+ years with an Associate’s Degree.
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases and cloud architectures.
• Experience leveraging APIs to query systems and migrate data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Python, JavaScript, or Java.
• Experience developing, sustaining, and monitoring operational data pipelines supporting multiple data formats and interfaces.

Skills

SQL/NoSQL

APIs

Communication

Python/JavaScript/Java

Data pipelines

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Associate’s Degree

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

NGA CORE

NGA MLOps

Job description

Job ID:20260707222851

Location : NGA – WASH

Masego is an award-winning small business that specializes in GEOINT services. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we recognize and award your hard work.

Description

We are looking for an Expert-level TS/SCI-cleared Data Scientist to join our team.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 18+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree OR 15 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree OR 16 years of relevant experience with an Associate’s Degree.
• Experience working with SQL or NoSQL databases and cloud architectures
• Experience leveraging APIs to query systems and migrate data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate challenging technical concepts
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Java
• Experience developing, sustaining, and monitoring operational data pipelines supporting multiple data formats and interfaces

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with NGA IT enterprise solutions (e.g., NGA CORE, NGA MLOps), ATO processes, and Government NPE certificates; experience implementing processes, standards, and tools within an organization based on the Scaled Agile Framework for Enterprise; experience developing dynamic visualizations.

Security Clearance Requirement

• Active TS/SCI and current CI Polygraph

Salary Range

$158,000+ based on ability to meet or exceed stated requirements

About Masego

Masego Inc. provides expert Geospatial Intelligence Solutions in addition to Activity Based Intelligence (ABI) and GEOINT instructional services. Masego provides expert-level Geospatial Collection Management, Full Motion Video; Human Geography; Information Technology and Cyber; Technical Writing; and ABI, Agile, and other professional training.

Masego is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. With high-level expertise and decades of experience, coupled with proven project management systems and top-notch client support, Masego enhances the performance capabilities of the Department of Defense and the intelligence community.

Pay and Benefits

We seek to provide and take care of our team members.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Generous PTO

Diversity

Masego, Inc. is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Virginia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action in its programs and activities. Masego, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status.