Data Scientist with Security Clearance - Spalding, a Saalex Company : Job Details

Description Spalding, a Saalex Company is seeking a Data Scientist in Lexington Park, MD. Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services. Spalding Consulting offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits. Position Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $115K-$140K (depending on experience) Work Location: This is a remote position (see on-site requirements below). **On-Site Requirements: On-boarding will require 1-2 visits to Patuxent River, MD for candidates that are local to the area. Candidates out of state will be onboarded virtually. Training will be virtual and telework maximized/permitted to the greatest extent possible, however for local candidates, training/tasking may require on-site work a few hours per week. Future on-site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received. Job Description: * Managing new package requests and administering our data science package repository. * Gathering data from various sources, cleaning and transforming it into usable formats for analysis. * Applying statistical and machine learning techniques to uncover patterns, trends, and insights within datasets. * Analize complex datasets. * Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. * Create dynamic data reports. * Requirements Management, Schedule Estimation and Planning. * Collaboration and Coordination with members of a cross-functional team. * Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * At least five (5) years of experience performing duties similar to at least two (2) duties found in the Data Scientist description. * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline is required. Desired: * Experience with 3rd generation programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or C++ desired. * Experience with data science packages desired. * Knowledge of various machine learning techniques (e.g., clustering, decision trees, neural networks), model evaluation, and deployment desired. * Familiarity with big data platforms (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) and cloud services (e.g., AWS). * Experience working with Application Lifecycle and Configuration and Knowledge Management software is highly desired. * Experience with GitLab is preferred. * Experience with UNIX Shell Scripting is desired. * Experience with Agile Methodology is desired. Security Clearance: * Must have active secret clearance and be eligible for Top Secret Clearance (SSBI). Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.Education: * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline is required. Benefits * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) * Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) * Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) * Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) * Short Term & Long Term Disability * Training & Development * Wellness Resources * Stock Option Plan