Defense Data Scientist: API & ML Integration

CACI International Inc; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Learning resources

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to support the Army NC4SI Directorate on a Pentagon and Fort Belvoir based program. The role focuses on data analysis, API integration, and Palantir Foundry development to enable executive decision-making.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in data science, familiarity with Army data tools, and strong communication to translate complex concepts for leadership.

Qualifications

• - Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• - Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Engineering, etc.)
• - Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in data science roles, preferably with military or government projects.
• - Familiarity with Army-specific data tools and platforms.
• - Excellent communication skills to translate technical concepts into actionable strategies for senior leadership decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in data science tools, programming languages and frameworks (Python, R, SQL, Palantir Ontology, Palantir Data Marketplace, etc.).
• Experience with building and integrating APIs into Army Vantage and other Army or DOD Platforms.
• Deep understanding in API orchestration and policy considerations within DOD/Army and proven operational implementation track record of deploying APIs and integrating automated data pipelines Army and vendor platforms (AESMP, Army 365, DISA circuit utilization, Netops Tools, Splunk, First Alert).
• Familiarity with Army data systems and protocols for API integration across Army platforms.
• Army Vantage Environment Development: Familiarity with Palantir Foundry applications such as, Workshop, Pipeline Builder and Automate. Ability to leverage the Palantir AIP tools to include AIP Logic Functions, AIP Threads and AIP Chatbot Studio.
• Understanding of the Palantir Ontology Manager and knowledge of data architecture and infrastructure required for Army Vantage.
• Development of dynamic visualizations for executive level consumption.
• Data Analysis and Modeling: Strong skills in data analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning (ML) techniques. Familiarity and proven track record of deploying ensemble predictive ML models, neural networks, LLM vectorization and customization.
• Ability to interpret complex datasets and provide actionable insights for senior leadership decision-making.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

APIs integration

Data pipelines

Machine Learning

Big data

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s Degree in STEM

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Palantir Ontology

Splunk

Army Vantage

AESMP

Job description

CACI International Inc is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to support the Army NC4SI Directorate on a Pentagon and Fort Belvoir based program. The role focuses on data analysis, API integration, and Palantir Foundry development to enable executive decision-making.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in data science, familiarity with Army data tools, and strong communication to translate complex concepts for leadership.