Data Scientist, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Mid Data Scientist to unlock insights from large IoT and unstructured data, addressing DoD challenges and leading analytics on critical national security projects. You will mentor analysts and shape data-rich solutions in a fast-moving environment.

You will draft Data Sharing Agreements, develop use cases, and build scalable ETL pipelines and ML models, working with clients in a secure SCIF setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with Python, PySpark, SQL or Databricks for data processing.
• Ability to deliver actionable insights and performance metrics.
• Experience building and maintaining automated ETL pipelines via APIs.
• Experience extracting information from unstructured sources into analysis-ready data.
• Experience mentoring junior analysts and communicating with executives.
• Must have TS/SCI clearance.
• Education history with HS diploma or GED plus 7+ years, or a Bachelor’s with 6+ years, or a Master’s with 5+ years.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage documentation enabling future analytics (DSAs, letters, memorandums).
• Develop clear use cases reflecting client operational needs.
• Lead algorithm and system development in a high-performing team.
• Collaborate with clients to translate questions into data-driven solutions.

Skills

Python

PySpark

SQL

Databricks

Data engineering

Analytics

Mentoring

Communication

Self-starter

Leadership

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Advana

Qlik

Maven

Job description

Data Scientist, Mid

As a data scientist, you’re excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you’re fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured data open new opportunities. As a data scientist at Booz Allen, you can help turn these complex data sets into useful information to solve global challenges. Across private and public sectors from fraud detection to cancer research, to national intelligence, we need you to help find the answers in the data. On our team, you’ll use your leadership skills and data science expertise to create real-world impact for the Department of Defense (DoD) with Cyber Risk Management. You’ll work closely with clients to understand their questions and needs, and then dig into their data-rich environments to find the pieces of their information puzzle. You’ll guide teammates and lead the development of algorithms and systems. You’ll use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data points into objective answers to advise your clients as they make informed decisions. Ultimately, you’ll provide a deep understanding of the data, what it all means, and how it can be used. This position will require working in a SCIF on a high impact project, in a dynamic and collaborative team environment. In addition to strong technical skills, we are looking for a strong self‑starter mindset. You need to be comfortable navigating ambiguity, independently driving tasks forward, and proactively seeking out information. Early responsibilities will be centered around drafting and managing the documentation needed to enable future analytics, including Data Sharing Agreements (DSAs), appointment letters, data memorandums, and similar documents. There’s also a need to develop clear and thoughtful use cases that reflect the operational needs of your client. You will be a critical element in a high performing team with backgrounds ranging from military operations, cybersecurity, strategic policy, operations research, and acquisition program management. Work with us as we use data science for good. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience with Python, PySpark, SQL, or Databricks
• Experience with data engineering and analytics, delivering actionable insights and performance metrics
• Experience building and maintaining automated ETL pipelines leveraging API integrations to efficiently ingest, transform, and deliver data across systems
• Experience extracting and structuring information from unstructured sources such as reports and documents, into clean, analysis-ready data
• Experience mentoring junior analysts
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical teams and executive stakeholders
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED and 7+ years of experience as a data scientist
• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience as a data scientist, or Master's degree and 5+ years of experience as a data scientist

Nice If You Have:

• Experience using DoD data platforms such as Advana, Qlik, and Maven, for data integration, ingestion, and visualization
• Experience documenting data analytics processes and maintaining reproducible analytic methods
• Experience engaging data owners to establish sharing agreements that enable the establishment of data pipelines
• Experience applying machine learning or natural language processing to operational or intelligence data
• Experience with DoD and Intelligence Community data ecosystems and collaboration with interagency partners
• Experience developing data governance frameworks and standards
• Knowledge of cybersecurity data and analytics

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

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. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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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.

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.

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