Data Scientist - Aptive

Job Summary:

Position is onsite at the Pentagon or Mark Center.  This is not a telework or remote delivery role. 

 

As a data scientist, you’re excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you’re fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured data open new opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities:

As a data scientist, you can help turn these complex data sets into useful information to solve global challenges. Across private and public sectors—from fraud detection to cancer research to national intelligence—we need you to help find the answers in the data. 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7 years relevant experience and TS/SCI clearance
• 3+ years experience with data exploration, data cleaning, data analysis, data visualization, or data mining  
• Experience with statistical and general-purpose programming languages for data analysis 
• Knowledge of structured and unstructured data sources  
• Knowledge of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or Natural Language Processing  
• Ability to develop predictive data models, quantitative analyses, and visualization of targeted data sources 
• Ability to deploy natural language processing, text mining, or machine learning techniques 
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree 

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with the development of algorithms leveraging R, Python, or SQL and NoSQL 
• Experience with distributed data and computing tools, including MapReduce, Hadoop, Hive, EMR, Kafka, Spark, Gurobi, or MySQL  
• Experience with visualization packages, including Plotly, Seaborn, or ggplot2 
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph  
• Master’s degree  

Client Information:

The Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Logistics, under the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment, is responsible for the department's logistics strategy and policy, supply, storage and distribution, property and equipment, transportation, and program support.

About Aptive:

Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We’re advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.

 

We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.

EEO Statement:

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

 

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.