Senior Data Scientist

GovCIO; Kearneysville (WV); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Data & AI Integration Team in Kearneysville, WV. This hybrid position involves integrating AI/ML models and developing data pipelines within a governance framework.

The successful candidate will leverage advanced analytics to drive decision-making and lead technical projects, ensuring compliance with security standards. A high school diploma with extensive experience or equivalent qualifications is required. Salary ranges from $133,000 to $169,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in data science or machine learning.
• Experience with cloud-based analytical environments.
• Hands-on skills in API frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate advanced AI/ML models into data platforms.
• Develop automated ETL/ELT workflows for enterprise data.
• Ensure compliance with federal security standards.

Skills

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Experience with Python for machine learning models

Expertise in building data pipelines

Understanding of data governance

Proficiency in SQL and big data technologies

Experience with Jira or Azure DevOps

Knowledge of IT domains

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 9+ years of experience

Job description

Overview

GovCIO is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support a critical government computer system for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Data & AI Integration Team. This role is primarily responsible for integrating AI/ML models, developing robust data pipelines, and implementing enterprise-level data management within the Data & AI Governance framework. This position will be located in Kearneysville, WV, and will be a hybrid position.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Data Scientist, you will serve as a primary technical resource and force multiplier for providing advanced analytical services and technical leadership across the Coast Guard's mission domains. You will design, build, and sustain shared data platforms to transform raw data into operational intelligence. Key responsibilities include:

• Design, build, and integrate advanced AI/ML models and statistical algorithms into shared data platforms to enable data-driven decision dominance.
• Develop and optimize robust data pipelines, automated ETL/ELT workflows, and analytical services to process enterprise-level data for operational use.
• Enforce data governance standards, data management policies, and security controls across all integrated data assets and analytical models.
• Deliver centralized, secure, and reusable data products that empower Product Teams to build interoperable, decision-support applications.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to accelerate secure modernization, reduce technical debt, and ensure system resilience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, port authorities, and commercial partners to enable seamless data sharing, integration, and interoperability.
• Proactively research and recommend emerging AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics technologies to support Force Design 2028 objectives.
• Ensure all automated models and data services strictly comply with federal security standards, government baselines, and DISA STIGs.

Qualifications

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills & Experience

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security).
• Experience developing, training, and deploying enterprise-level machine learning models and data science solutions using Python.
• Proven experience building and maintaining large-scale data pipelines, API frameworks, or cloud-based analytical environments.
• Comprehensive operational understanding of data governance practices, data architecture principles, and secure data management.
• Strong experience utilizing advanced database languages (such as SQL) and modern big data technologies to manipulate complex datasets.
• Proficiency tracking, managing, and documenting analytical workflows within enterprise environments using tools like Jira or Azure DevOps.
• Strong foundational understanding of diverse IT domains including enterprise virtualization, cloud architecture, geospatial services, and network boundaries.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), or federal maritime mission programs.
• Familiarity with USCG Force Design 2028 objectives or PEO C5I enterprise data environments.
• Relevant professional certifications highly preferred (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics, Azure Data Scientist Associate, or Python/Data Science credentials).
• Familiarity with geospatial data analysis (GIS) and integrating spatial modeling into enterprise decision-support applications.
• Understanding of secure MLOps practices, containerized model deployment (Kubernetes/Docker), and automated AI/ML security gating.

Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance

Posted Salary Range: USD $133,000.00 - USD $169,000.00 /Yr.