Data Scientist (TS/SCI w/ FSP)

Praescient Analytics; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive salary

Company-paid healthcare

401(k) with company match

Travel incentives

3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal) {

$5K annual training allowance

Job summary

Praescient Analytics is seeking a Data Scientist to support an Intelligence Community agency in the Washington DC metro area. You will process, analyze, and visualize large datasets to deliver actionable intelligence insights and executive dashboards that guide critical customer decisions.

Responsibilities include preprocessing data, applying statistical modeling, building Tableau dashboards, developing reproducible analytics using notebooks and GitHub, and supporting data cataloging across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional data analytics experience.
• 5+ years Python or R with relevant data libraries.
• 5+ years SQL querying with relational/NoSQL databases.
• 5+ years analyzing time-series data and creating Tableau dashboards.
• U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Responsibilities

• Preprocess and transform complex data into actionable insights and dashboards.
• Apply statistical modeling to identify trends and opportunities.
• Build dashboards using Tableau and data visualization libraries.
• Develop reproducible analytics artifacts using notebooks and GitHub.
• Support data governance across diverse domains.
• Conduct ad-hoc analytics to augment analytical tradecraft.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Tableau

Data Visualization

Time Series Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Splunk

Tableau Prep

Job description

Location: Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA) / On-site Sponsor Facility
Clearance Level: Top Secret / SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Praescient Analytics is looking for a Data Scientist to join our team in support of an Intelligence Community agency. You will process, analyze, and visualize complex, large-scale structured and unstructured datasets to deliver actionable intelligence insights and executive dashboards that drive critical customer decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Preprocess, analyze, and transform complex structured and unstructured data into clear, actionable analytical findings and executive dashboards.
• Apply statistical modeling and data science techniques to identify trends, complex patterns, challenges, and operational opportunities.
• Build dynamic, interactive dashboards and data visualizations using Tableau and data science libraries.
• Develop reproducible data analytics artifacts using Jupyter Notebooks, GitHub repositories, and briefing materials.
• Support database management, gold-standard dataset creation, data cataloging, and metadata management across diverse domains (socio-political, economic, military).
• Conduct ad-hoc analytics and research to augment existing analytical tradecraft and methodologies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field).
• Analytics Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in data analytics.
• Programming: Minimum of 5 years of experience using Python or R with relevant data libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib).
• Databases & Querying: Minimum of 5 years of experience with SQL querying and relational/NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Visualization & Time-Series: Minimum of 5 years of experience analyzing time-series data and creating data visualizations/dashboards (including Tableau).
• Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Tableau Prep for automated data cleaning and workflow setup.
• Experience using Splunk, including establishing automated data processes inside secure customer environments.
• Familiarity with Sponsor data assets, enterprise security controls, and governance practices.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated
• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success
• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise
• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain
• A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies

Benefits

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive, Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.

Our team of experts—skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering—brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship Required