Jr. Counter Intelligence Data Scientist

Pololei; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health insurance

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is seeking a Jr. Data Scientist to support our government customer in Arlington, VA. The role involves assisting in data analysis, model development, and dashboard creation to inform defense-related decisions.

You will work under the Senior Data Scientist, handling data extraction, cleaning, and visualization tasks, while ensuring data security and regulatory compliance within DoD environments. A Master’s degree in a quantitative field is required, and U.S.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or closely related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong teamwork and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Data Scientist in providing technical and analytical support to leadership.
• Support MOE performance measurement framework by extracting, cleaning, and preprocessing large datasets.
• Assist in implementing predictive models, ML algorithms, and statistical scripts.
• Help build data pipelines and maintain visualizations/dashboards (Tableau, Power BI).
• Prepare data for briefings and reports destined for high-level committees.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Statistics

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Education

Master's degree in Data Science / CS / Statistics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is looking for a Jr. Data Scientist to provide support for our government customer in Arlington, VA.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Senior Data Scientist in providing technical and analytical support to ODASW(CNGT) leadership.
• Support the development of the MOE performance measurement framework by extracting, cleaning, and preprocessing large datasets from across the DoW CN community for further analysis.
• Assist in implementing predictive models, machine learning algorithms, and statistical scripts under the guidance of the Senior Data Scientist to support threat forecasting and resource optimization.
• Support the architecture of data pipelines and assist in building, updating, and maintaining data visualizations and dashboards (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Assist in gathering data for briefings and reports destined for ONDCP and Congressional committees.
• Conduct technical research and draft initial documentation to support the Senior Data Scientist in prototyping enterprise-wide data standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Provide analytical and technical support during interagency forums and working groups, assisting in the documentation of data-sharing requirements and technical meeting outcomes.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related quantitative field from an accredited university. (Recent graduates with limited professional experience are preferred).

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Foundational knowledge of statistical, mathematical, and machine learning theories and their application in evaluating program data.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), database query languages (e.g., SQL), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively on technical teams and support senior personnel on complex data projects.
• Familiarity with, or the ability to quickly learn, DoW organizational structures and basic concepts related to national security or security cooperation programs.
• Capability to operate within secure DoW data environments, demonstrating a working knowledge of basic data security and governance principles.
• Be able to operate independently, proactively manage requirements, and require minimal government direction to achieve desired outcomes.
• Demonstrate prior experience and capabilities for the successful execution of tasks associated with specific duty positions/focus areas (e.g., legislative, budget, etc.).
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, and the ability to translate highly technical information into plain language for effective communication with DoW and other USG staff in the performance of all duties, tasks and services.
• Must be willing to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE

• Must be a naturalized U.S. Citizen.
• Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans".

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. BAH includes Ke'aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kpono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; Po'okela Solutions, LLC; Kkaha Solutions, LLC; and Pololei Solutions, LLC.