Data Scientist (Hybrid)

geocgi; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

PTO

Bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Geocgi is seeking a Data Scientist to support the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Diplomatic Security. You will design, develop, and apply advanced data analytics, ML, and AI solutions to meet customer requirements.

This is a hybrid role with one in-person day per week at DOS facilities in Rosslyn, VA. Responsibilities include building ML workflows, NLP/CV tasks, graph analytics, and data visualization; strong Python/R/SQL skills and experience with containerized apps and Kubernetes are

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Onsite one day a week in Rosslyn, Virginia.
• 5 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years with a Master’s; or 2 years with a PhD.
• Demonstrated experience with ML and data science techniques.
• Experience with big data processing and analytics.
• Graph databases and graph analytics experience.
• Strong programming in Python, R, SQL.
• Experience building containerized apps and APIs; Kubernetes deployment.
• Proficient in Jupyter Lab, VS Code, GitLab; capable in analytic environments.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy ML and data science workflows.
• Content extraction and enrichment from diverse sources.
• Apply NLP and computer vision for entity recognition and classification.
• Design graph data models and network analytics; GIS integration when applicable.
• Leverage Azure or equivalent cloud-native AI platforms.
• Perform big data processing and model evaluation at scale.
• Develop visualizations with Esri ArcGIS, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Document code and present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Machine learning

Graph analytics

Big data

Geospatial analytics

NLP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree (bonus)

PhD (bonus)

Tools

Kubernetes

Jupyter Lab

VS Code

GitLab

Job description

Salary: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Oct 9, 2026

Data Scientist (Hybrid)

Contract: Department of State

Reporting Hours: Eastern Business Hours, (In office one day a week)

Clearance:Secret

Travel: Not required

Geocgi is looking for a Data Scientist to support our client, United States Department of State - Bureau of Diplomatic Security. The candidate will design, develop, and apply advanced data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence solutions to support customer requirements. This position is a hybrid opportunity, primarily home-based, with one day a week in-person requirement at United States Department of State facilities in Rosslyn, Virginia, USA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning and data science workflows, including supervised and unsupervised models, to extract insights from structured and unstructured data.
• Perform content extraction and enrichment from diverse data sources and formats, including files, databases, APIs, and enterprise systems.
• Apply natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision techniques for tasks such as entity recognition, entity de-duplication, keyword extraction, document classification, and similarity analysis.
• Design and implement graph-based data models and analytics, supporting relationship discovery, entity resolution, and network analysis; integrate with GIS platforms where applicable.
• Leverage cloud-native AI and analytics services, with emphasis on Microsoft Azure, including Azure AI services and Azure Foundry, or equivalent platforms.
• Perform big data processing and analytics, including data ingestion, transformation, feature engineering, and model evaluation at scale.
• Develop data visualizations and analytical products using tools such as Esri ArcGIS, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent platforms to communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in Python, R, SQL, or related languages, using modern development practices.
• Collaborate with GIS analysts and mission stakeholders to integrate analytics into operational workflows.
• Produce clear technical documentation, analytical reports, and briefings; present findings effectively to stakeholders with varying technical backgrounds.

As an employee ofgeocgi, the Data Scientist will have access to a generous benefits package, in addition to a corporate culture and community of GIS geeks. Our benefits include but are not limited to:

• Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience and leading Federal Contractors in the geospatial industry.
• Opportunities for upward mobility in a dynamic fast paced environment within a small company.
• Merit-based spot and end of year bonuses.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
• Flexible work hours and PTO.
• Enjoy 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for individual employees. Coverage extensions for spouses and child dependents are available for purchase through the company plan.
• Company paid training, certifications, and professional growth and development.

The following arerequirementsof the Data Scientist:

• U.S. Citizen with active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Onsite one day a week in Rosslyn, Virginia.
• 5 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or 3 years of experience with a Master’s degree; or 2 years of experience with a PhD.
• Demonstrated professional experience with machine learning and data science techniques, including model development, evaluation, and deployment.
• Proven experience with big data processing and analytics.
• Experience with graph databases and graph analytics for relationship modeling and entity resolution.
• Strong programming and scripting skills in Python, R, and SQL.
• Experience building and running containerized applications and APIs, including deployment to Kubernetes clusters.
• Proficiency with data science and analytics environments and tools such as Jupyter Lab, VS Code, GitLab, and related platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, analytical rigor, and accuracy.

The following arepreferredof the Data Scientist:

• Familiarity with ArcGIS, GIS data, or spatial analytics, including integration of geospatial data into analytical workflows.
• Experience with Azure AI services, Azure Foundry, or equivalent cloud-native AI platforms.
• Experience integrating analytics into enterprise systems, including secure or classified environments.
• Experience with ArcGIS, Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization platforms beyond basic reporting.

The annual base salary range for this position is anticipated to be $110,000-$135,000 USD. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Geocgi considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Geocgi provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.