Data Scientist III with Security Clearance - Black Eagle Defense : Job Details

🔹 VIEW ALL OPENINGS🌐 Visit us at blackeagledefense.com/careers 🔹 ABOUTBlack Eagle Defense is a Maryland-based small business providing IT, Cybersecurity, and Consulting Services to the public sector. Our team is built on continuous learning, adaptability, and technical excellence. 🔹 LOCATION📍 Annapolis Junction, MD📍 Aurora, CO 🔹 CLEARANCE REQUIRED🔒 Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph 🔹 SALARY RANGE💰 MD: $128,000 – $185,000/year💰 CO: $105,000 – $165,000/year 🔹 WHAT YOU'LL DOAs a Data Scientist III, you will:• Extract insights from large datasets using math, stats, computer science, and domain knowledge• Apply analytic modeling, statistical analysis, and programming techniques• Evaluate data of varying format and quality• Translate mission needs into technical requirements• Communicate findings to non-technical audiences• Stay current on NSA/CSS data capabilities and limitations 🔹 KEY SKILL AREAS (must have experience in at least 2)1️⃣ Foundations: Mathematical, Computational, Statistical2️⃣ Data Processing: Data curation, visualization, workflow, reproducibility3️⃣ Modeling & Prediction: Data modeling, domain-specific assessment 🔹 QUALIFICATIONS🎓 Bachelor's with 10 years relevant experience OR Associate's with 12 years🎓 Degree must be in:• Mathematics, Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Operations Research, Computer Science• Related disciplines (e.g., Engineering, Physics, Biology, Astronomy, Behavioral or Social Sciences) with 5+ advanced courses in math or CS🎓 Degrees with only basic/elementary upper-level math do not qualify unless paired with a Certificate in Data Science from an accredited institution 🛠️ Relevant Experience Must Include One or More of the Following:• Machine Learning Design/Implementation• Data Science & Analysis• Analytical Algorithm Development• High-Level Programming (e.g., Python)• Statistical Modeling (e.g., hypothesis testing, EDA, linear models)• Data Cleaning/Transformation• Data Mining• Data Modeling & Assessment• Artificial Intelligence• Software Engineering ⭐ Experience in 3+ of the above areas is strongly preferred 🔹 BENEFITS🩺 Healthcare: CareFirst BlueChoice (Medical & Vision)🦷 Dental: Delta Dental💼 Disability: Guardian (Short & Long Term)🛡️ Life Insurance: Guardian💰 401k: Safe Harbor 401k with 6% match, 100% vested immediately🗓️ Time Off: 20 days PTO + 11 federal holidays 🟢 We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.