Junior Data Scientist Indian Head, MD Posted today

NANA Regional Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision package

401(k) and matching

PTO

Job summary

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO) in the United States is seeking a Junior Data Scientist to support data-driven analytics, visualization, and predictive modeling efforts. The role works with structured and unstructured data and assists with dashboards, infographics, and intelligence support products.

The position emphasizes collaboration with senior data scientists and analysts to advance data science initiatives, with on-site work and potential security clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of relevant professional experience preferred.
• Experience with structured and unstructured data and basic data analysis.
• Ability to support data mining, ML, statistical modeling.
• Ability to communicate findings via visualizations.
• Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex datasets to identify meaningful insights.
• Support models, algorithms, and statistical analyses to address challenges.
• Work with large volumes of structured and unstructured data using ML techniques.
• Identify patterns and relationships to support decisions.
• Apply ML and statistical modeling to analytical objectives.
• Develop predictive data models and quantitative analyses.
• Visualize data sources and develop visualization products.
• Create dashboards and infographics across media platforms.
• Leverage databases and data methodologies to find data sources.
• Develop intelligence support packages from data sources.
• Organize, analyze, and interpret data for mission and business needs.
• Use visualization tools to communicate findings.
• Collaborate with senior data scientists and analysts on initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Programming

Active Secret clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Junior Data Scientist supports data-driven analysis and analytics efforts by applying statistical, analytical, and programming techniques to interpret complex datasets and identify meaningful insights. This role works with structured and unstructured data, supports machine learning and data mining activities, and assists with the development of predictive models, visualizations, dashboards, and intelligence support products.

Responsibilities

• Apply analytical, statistical, and programming techniques to analyze complex datasets and identify meaningful insights.

• Support the development and implementation of models, algorithms, and statistical analyses to address business and mission challenges.

• Work with large volumes of structured and unstructured data using data analysis, machine learning, and data mining techniques.

• Identify patterns, trends, correlations, and other relationships within datasets to support data-driven decision-making.

• Apply machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling techniques to support analytical objectives.

• Support the development and use of predictive data models and quantitative analysis techniques.

• Assist with the visualization of targeted data sources and the development of data visualization products.

• Support the development of infographics and dashboards across a variety of media platforms.

• Leverage knowledge of databases and data methodologies to identify appropriate data sources, indicators, and relationships.

• Support the development of intelligence support packages using available data sources and analytical methodologies.

• Assist with organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data to support mission and business requirements.

• Apply appropriate data visualization tools and techniques to communicate analytical findings.

• Collaborate with senior data scientists, analysts, and technical team members to support data science and analytics initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• One (1) year of relevant professional experience is desired.

• Demonstrated ability to work with data and apply analytical, statistical, or programming techniques.

• Familiarity with structured and unstructured datasets and basic data analysis methodologies.

• Ability to support data mining, machine learning, statistical modeling, and quantitative analysis activities.

• Ability to analyze data, identify patterns and relationships, and communicate findings through visualizations and other analytical products.

• Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicable IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+.

• Experience with machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling.

• Experience with predictive data models and quantitative analysis.

• Experience developing dashboards, infographics, and other data visualization products.

• Familiarity with databases, data sources, and data management methodologies.

• Experience supporting intelligence analysis or intelligence support products.

• Familiarity with data visualization tools and analytical software.

"This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be offered but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.”

Job ID

2026-26163

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

90,000-110,00.00

Benefits

• Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

For our shareholders , AMO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , AMO delivers innovative administrative support services that streamline operations, and enhance productivity.

As an AMO employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).