Mission-Critical Data Scientist (DoD, Secret)

Saic; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Data Scientist located at Camp Smith in Hawaii to support the USPACOMJ7 Directorate, managing data collection, cleaning, processing, and analysis to extract insights and ensure data integrity.

Responsibilities include leading AI integration for the Joint Exercise Program, building predictive models, and delivering data solutions on schedule. The role requires DoD experience and a Secret clearance with US citizenship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience; additional four years of experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience in data science and/or analytics roles.
• Strong proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Extensive experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of statistical techniques, machine learning, and data science methodologies.
• Strong engineering background with knowledge of software architecture and software engineering principles.
• Knowledge of Agile software development practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, especially Microsoft Azure.
• Experience working with containerized applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• High level of discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Represent J7 Directorate interests in high-level forums and align objectives with command-wide priorities.
• Lead the integration of AI within the Joint Exercise Program to modernize training methodologies.
• Orchestrate data science initiatives from conception to delivery with leadership alignment.
• Develop and deploy predictive models and real-time support systems for operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify data-driven opportunities and refine analytical approaches.
• Architect and maintain robust data models and scalable enterprise data pipelines.
• Lead data discovery, ingestion, and governance initiatives across J7 to establish a secure data ecosystem.

Skills

Python

SQL

JavaScript

Tableau

Power BI

Statistical methods

Machine Learning

Software architecture

Agile

Azure

Containers

Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Docker

Job description

SAIC seeks a Data Scientist located at Camp Smith in Hawaii to support the USPACOMJ7 Directorate, managing data collection, cleaning, processing, and analysis to extract insights and ensure data integrity.

Responsibilities include leading AI integration for the Joint Exercise Program, building predictive models, and delivering data solutions on schedule. The role requires DoD experience and a Secret clearance with US citizenship.