Lead Data Scientist — National Security (TS/SCI)

Praescient Analytics; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare for you

401(k) with company match

3 weeks PTO + federal holidays

Training allowance

Book allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Praescient Analytics is seeking a Data Scientist Lead to drive mission-critical analytics for national security programs. You will bridge data engineering and actionable intelligence, automating processes and guiding complex analytics across large datasets.

This role requires leadership and hands-on expertise in data science within an IC/DoD context. As a team lead, you will manage projects, mentor staff, and collaborate with executives and interagency partners to deliver timely insights while

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of professional experience in Data Science/Data Analysis.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
• BS/BA degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for data science and analytics initiatives.
• Automate processes and integrate advanced analytics into large datasets.
• Lead and mentor a team through high-tempo operations and project lifecycles.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and status reporting.

Skills

Python

R

Ruby

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

BS/BA degree

Job description

Praescient Analytics is seeking a Data Scientist Lead to drive mission-critical analytics for national security programs. You will bridge data engineering and actionable intelligence, automating processes and guiding complex analytics across large datasets.

This role requires leadership and hands-on expertise in data science within an IC/DoD context. As a team lead, you will manage projects, mentor staff, and collaborate with executives and interagency partners to deliver timely insights while