Lead Data Scientist w/ Active Top Secret or DHS Clearance

Indev; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

InDev is seeking a Lead Data Scientist with 6+ years of experience to drive advanced analytics, AI/ML, and data visualization for federal law enforcement and intelligence missions.

You will design data-driven solutions, implement AI/ML models, and lead data engineering efforts while communicating insights to technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of data science, analytics, and visualization experience.
• Experience supporting federal law enforcement, intelligence, or national security missions.
• Proven ownership of analytical solutions from concept to production.
• Advanced proficiency in Python for data manipulation and automation.
• Strong SQL and relational database design capabilities.
• Experience building scalable data pipelines in cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Define analytical needs with stakeholders and deliver actionable insights using AI/ML and predictive modeling.
• Develop scalable data models, integrating diverse data sources (law enforcement, OSINT, social data).
• Create interactive dashboards and reports (Tableau/Power BI) for real-time visibility and decision support.
• Automate data ingestion and processing using Python, SQL, and cloud services (AWS).
• Guide cloud modernization and design efficient data architectures in GovCloud environments.
• Produce intelligence products and target packages to support operations and investigations.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data Visualization

Cloud Development

Leadership

Communication

AI/ML

Data Modeling

Workflow Automation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Master’s Degree

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

AWS

Git

OSINT Tools

Job description

InDev is seeking a Lead Data Scientist with 6+ years of experience to support advanced analytics, AI/ML, and data visualization initiatives in support of federal law enforcement and intelligence missions. In this role, you will design and implement data-driven solutions that enable targeting, lead prioritization, and operational decision-making. You will apply AI/ML, including large language models, along with advanced analytics and programming expertise (e.g., Python) to analyze structured and unstructured data from multiple data sources. This role will be instrumental in analyzing, visualizing, and communicating data insights that support operational and enforcement decisions. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in Coding, Visualization, and Cloud Development, as well as excellent communication and presentation abilities.

YOUR FUTURE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Data Analytics, Intelligence, and Business Intelligence

• Partner with stakeholders to define analytical needs and deliver actionable insights through advanced analytics, AI/ML, generative AI, and predictive modeling.
• Develop and maintain scalable data models and integrate diverse data sources—including law enforcement systems, commercial data, open-source intelligence (OSINT), and social media platforms (via scraping and automated collection tools)—to support comprehensive analysis.

Data Visualization, Reporting, and Communication

• Design and deliver interactive dashboards and reports (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to provide real-time visibility into trends, targets, and enforcement priorities.
• Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, supporting decision-making and operational execution.

Data Engineering, Automation, and Cloud Enablement

• Manage and query relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and consistency.
• Automate data ingestion, transformation, and processing workflows using tools such as Python, SQL, Power Automate, and AWS services (e.g., S3, EC2, RDS, Lambda).
• Support and guide cloud modernization efforts, optimizing data architecture within AWS GovCloud environments.

Targeting, Intelligence Analysis, and Investigative Support

• Design analytical models for lead generation, prioritization, and targeting workflows.
• Lead entity resolution, link analysis, pattern-of-life analysis, and social media analysis to identify relationships, behaviors, and emerging trends.
• Produce actionable intelligence products and target packages to support operational and investigative activities.

AI/ML Application Solutioning

• Design and develop an end-to-end AI/ML product that collects, processes, and structures social media data into actionable case files.
• Architect/Document an approach for creating scalable data pipeline to ingest large volumes of social media content (text, images, video, metadata) from multiple platforms while maintaining reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate to create demos and whitepapers that can be leveraged to market InDev solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in data science, advanced analytics, data visualization, and reporting, with demonstrated ownership of analytical solutions from concept through delivery and operationalization.
• Experience supporting federal law enforcement, intelligence, or national security missions.
• Proven ability to lead the design, development, and deployment of data-driven solutions, including AI/ML models, predictive analytics, and mission intelligence products, in production environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Python for data manipulation, automation, and development of scalable analytical workflows.
• Strong expertise in SQL and relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL), with the ability to design efficient data models and support complex data integration needs.
• Extensive experience developing automated data pipelines and analytics workflows using Python, SQL, and related tools, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Hands-on experience leveraging cloud services (e.g., S3, EC2, RDS, Lambda) to design and implement data processing, storage, and analytics solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver impactful data visualizations and dashboards using Tableau and/or Power BI, with a strong emphasis on data storytelling and executive-level communication.
• Experience with link analysis tools, geospatial analysis, or network visualization
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills, with experience guiding cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with modern software development practices, including version control (e.g., Git), testing, and iterative development methodologies.
• Experience developing prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions, with the ability to rapidly iterate and transition solutions into production-ready systems.

NICE TO HAVES

• Master’s Degree.
• Strong knowledge of change management processes and technologies (e.g., GitHub)
• Experience modeling and analyzing big data in cloud environments.
• Demonstrated experience developing prototypes and proof-of-concept applications or software from end-to-end.
• Experience with image processing and signals analysis.
• Knowledge of federal data governance standards, compliance frameworks, and best practices.

Clearance: U.S. Citizen; Active DHS Clearance, DoD Top Secret Clearance, or Q-level Clearance.

WHY INDEV

• Innovative Environment:Join a team that thrives on creativity and innovation, where your ideas are not only heard but encouraged.
• Meaningful Impact:Contribute to projects that directly impact federal agencies, driving positive change on a national scale.
• Dynamic Collaboration:Work alongside diverse experts who are passionate about pushing boundaries and making a difference.
• Agile Mindset:Embrace Agile methodologies that encourage flexibility, adaptability, and rapid growth.
• Learning Culture:Enjoy ongoing learning opportunities and professional development to expand your skill set.
• Cutting-edge Tech:Engage with the latest technologies and tools in the data integration landscape.

If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation, collaboration, and impact, InDev welcomes you to join our team. Let's shape the future together.