Data Scientist, Junior

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Junior Data Scientist to unlock insights from structured and unstructured data across IoT, ML, and AI initiatives. You will work with clients to understand questions and explore data-rich environments to find actionable answers.

The role requires hands-on experience with ML methods, data mining, and statistics, plus proficiency in Python or R; ability to obtain a Secret clearance; bachelor's degree; and a collaborative, analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with ML, data mining, statistics, or graph algorithms.
• Experience with R, Python, or similar tools.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Security clearance eligibility or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data to deliver actionable insights for clients across sectors.
• Collaborate with customers to understand their questions and needs.
• Apply ML frameworks to structured and unstructured data.
• Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders and teams.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Data Scientist, Junior

Are you excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set? Are you fascinated by the possibilities presented by the IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence advances? In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured dataopennew opportunities. As a data scientist, you can turn these complex data sets into useful information to solve global issues. Across private and public sectors — from fraud detection, to cancer research, to national intelligence — you know the answers are in the data. We have an opportunity for you to use your analytical skills to improve our business. You’ll work closely with your customer to understand their questions and needs, and then dig into their data-rich environment to find the pieces of their information puzzle. You’ll apply analytical skills and use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn that set of disparate data points into tangible answers to help clients make informed decisions. You’ll provide your customer with a deep understanding of their data, what it all means, and how they can use it. Join us as we use data science for good. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience with machine learning, data mining, statistics, or graph algorithms in academic or internship environments
• Experience using R, Perl, Python, SAS, or SPSS for data analysis
• Knowledge of an object-oriented language, including Java, C++, C#, or Python
• Ability to leverage expertise in data gathering, analytical, and problem‑solving work
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field preferred

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Work‑life programs
• Dependent care
• Recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values

The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD).

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company delivering outcomes with speed for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities. We build technology solutions using AI, cyber, and other cutting‑edge technologies to advance and protect the nation and its citizens. By focusing on outcomes, we enable our people, clients, and their missions to succeed—accelerating the nation to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World.

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