Data Scientist / Machine Learning Engineer Required Security Clearance TS/SCI CI Polygraph Fort[...]

Athena Technology Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Job summary

A technology consulting firm in Georgia is seeking a Data Scientist / Machine Learning Engineer to support advanced analytics initiatives. The candidate will develop and deploy machine learning models, process large datasets, and provide insights for mission-critical operations. Required qualifications include an active TS/SCI clearance and strong Python development experience with data science libraries. Additional benefits include performance bonuses, health insurance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly and ability to obtain MEAD SIP clearance.
• Experience with supervised and unsupervised machine learning.
• Strong background in mathematics, statistics, engineering, or physics.

Responsibilities

• Curate and develop structured and unstructured data foundations.
• Process modeling data and perform advanced analytics.
• Develop Python-based tools for data analysis and machine learning.

Skills

Python development with data science libraries

Machine learning techniques

Natural Language Processing

Data analysis

Mathematics and statistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree (10+ years of experience) or Master’s degree (3–6+ years)

Tools

JupyterHub

Job description

Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time
Shift: (none listed)

About the Company

Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Data Scientist / Machine Learning Engineer to support advanced analytics and data science initiatives at Fort Eisenhower, GA under the IAE program. The selected candidate will develop and deploy machine learning models, process large-scale structured and unstructured data, and provide actionable insights to support mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Curate and develop structured and unstructured data foundations in coordination with stakeholders.
• Process modeling data and perform advanced analytics.
• Apply machine learning, natural language processing, and network analysis techniques.
• Develop innovative approaches to analyze large-scale unstructured datasets.
• Process and index high-volume and high-velocity data streams.
• Develop Python-based tools and packages for data analysis and machine learning applications.
• Deploy and maintain notebook-based data science environments such as JupyterHub.
• Visualize data insights using multi-dimensional analytical tools.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly and ability to obtain MEAD SIP clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience, Master’s with 3–6+ years, or equivalent experience.
• Strong Python development experience with data science and machine learning libraries (pandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch/TensorFlow, matplotlib/plotly, networkx).
• Experience with supervised and unsupervised machine learning, NLP, and network analysis.
• Experience maintaining and deploying JupyterHub or similar environments.
• Strong background in mathematics, statistics, engineering, or physics.
• Experience analyzing complex datasets and delivering actionable insights.

Desired:

• IAM Level I certification.
• Experience with high-performance computing environments.
• Experience supporting DoD or intelligence community analytics programs.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Normal Office Environment. Requires Sitting, Standing, Near Acuity, Speaking with colleagues and customers, Listening, Sight, Use of hands/fingers.

Additional Benefits

• Performance Bonuses and annual salary reviews
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment

EEO Statement

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.