Data Scientist (Senior Software Developer; Systems Software)

Avid Technology Professionals, LLC; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Avid Technology Professionals, LLC is seeking a Senior Software Developer specializing in data science and systems software in Columbia, MD. The role emphasizes proficiency in Python and experience with defensive cyber operations, ML techniques, and end-to-end project delivery.

Candidates should have a TS/SCI w/ polygraph, a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience (advanced degree considered in lieu of experience), and familiarity with Linux/Windows/virtual environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 8 years of experience; an advanced degree will be considered in lieu of years of experience.
• Active TS/SCI w/ polygraph required for consideration
• 3+ years of Defensive Cyber Operations experience
• 3+ years of Machine Learning techniques and statistical model evaluation
• Exposure to Linux/Windows/Virtual environments (from the Desired section)

Skills

Python

Defensive Cyber Operations

Machine Learning

End-to-end workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

Data Scientist (Senior Software Developer; Systems Software)

• Columbia, MD

Proficient in Python

Experience with Docker and Kubernetes

Experience with end-to-end workflows/projects

3+ years of Defensive Cyber Operations experience

3+ years of Machine Learning techniques and statistical model evaluation

Active TS/SCI w/ polygraph required for consideration

Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 8 years of experience; an advanced degree will be considered in lieu of years of experience

Desired

Master's degree in relevant field and 4 years of experience

Demonstrated expertise with R or Python, and SQL to manipulate data and draw insights from large and small data sets

Exposure to AWS (Amazon Web Services), Cisco (CCNA), and/or STIGs/IAVA, Big Data Platform (BDP)

Strong background and skills in Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL)/Windows/Virtual environments

A problem solver who can get in, be given a project, and use engineering skills to determine a solution