Data Scientist Lead ID

Quick Services LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Combined Paid Time Off (PTO)

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in McLean is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to drive mission execution in support of national security objectives. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of relevant experience and a data science background, proficient in programming languages like Python, R, and Ruby. Responsibilities include overseeing project operations and managing project schedules while maintaining excellent customer service. Benefits include paid time off, disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Active, current TS/SCI with polygraph.
• Minimum of 12 years relevant experience.
• Proven data science background using multiple programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and manages operational aspects of ongoing projects.
• Liaise between project management, project team, and line management.
• Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress.

Skills

Data Science

Python

R

Ruby

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

BS/BA in a relevant field

Job description

Data Scientist

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Job Overview

Seeking an experienced Data Scientist, proven to excel in high operational tempo environments, to drive mission execution in support of national security objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience directly supporting the Intelligence Community (IC). Your technical expertise is critical to enabling process automation and the integration and application of data analytics to large datasets. You are a strategic communicator, capable of working with technical and non-technical partners to enable the production of intelligence and targeting products. You are also comfortable fully participating in peer review processes aimed at enhancing advanced analytic projects through use of best practices and consideration of novel methodological approaches to these projects. You are comfortable taking limited direction to support your customer’s ability to maintain operational readiness in a dynamic environment. You establish and maintain excellent, collaborative working relationships with executive leaders, soliciting and incorporating feedback in a thoughtful, professional manner.

Responsibilities

Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, clients, and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Active, current TS/SCI with polygraph
• Minimum of 12 years relevant experience with BS/BA
• 12 years of experience, may have supervisory or management experience
• Proven data science background with experience using multiple programming languages such as Python, R, and Ruby
• Ability to maintain superior customer service and effectively manage project completion, particularly in changing environments where adaptation is key based on new information
• Demonstrated experience successfully working across organizational silos to support whole-of-government activities
• Ability to confidently engage partners in a professional, collaborative manner
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of IC policies and procedures and the ability to apply that knowledge to effectively meet customer needs
• Experience leading teams by participating in hiring and onboarding, driving individual and team performance, supporting growth and development, etc.

Benefits

• Combined Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Disability (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Vision Insurance (CONUS-based employees)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items. EEO/AAP, M, F, V, D.