Data Scientist (TS/SCI w/ FSP)

Data Scientist (TS/SCI w/ FSP)

ID:2177

Description

• Location: Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA) / On-site Sponsor Facility

• Clearance Level: Top Secret / SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph

• Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Praescient Analytics is looking for a Data Scientist to join our team in support of an Intelligence Community agency. You will process, analyze, and visualize complex, large-scale structured and unstructured datasets to deliver actionable intelligence insights and executive dashboards that drive critical customer decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Preprocess, analyze, and transform complex structured and unstructured data into clear, actionable analytical findings and executive dashboards.
• Apply statistical modeling and data science techniques to identify trends, complex patterns, challenges, and operational opportunities.
• Build dynamic, interactive dashboards and data visualizations using Tableau and data science libraries.
• Develop reproducible data analytics artifacts using Jupyter Notebooks, GitHub repositories, and briefing materials.
• Support database management, gold-standard dataset creation, data cataloging, and metadata management across diverse domains (socio-political, economic, military).
• Conduct ad-hoc analytics and research to augment existing analytical tradecraft and methodologies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field).
• Analytics

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in data analytics.
• Programming: Minimum of 5 years of experience using Python or R with relevant data libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib).
• Databases & Querying: Minimum of 5 years of experience with SQL querying and relational/NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Visualization & Time-Series: Minimum of 5 years of experience analyzing time-series data and creating data visualizations/dashboards (including Tableau).
• Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with Tableau Prep for automated data cleaning and workflow setup.

• Experience using Splunk, including establishing automated data processes inside secure customer environments.

• Familiarity with Sponsor data assets, enterprise security controls, and governance practices.

• The projected compensation range for this position is $120,000.00 to $240,000.00 (annualized USD).

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated
• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success
• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise
• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain
• A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies

Benefits

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

• Comprehensive, Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)

• 401(k) with company match

• Travel & performance incentives

• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)

• $5K annual training allowance

• Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.

• Our team of experts—skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering—brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

• US Citizenship Required