Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Transform complex data into actionable intelligence that drives mission success. NS2 Mission is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to support a proposed government program in the Northern VA area . In this role, you'll apply advanced analytics, data science methodologies, and emerging technologies to solve complex national security challenges. Working alongside analysts, engineers, and mission partners, you'll develop innovative data-driven solutions that enhance situational awareness, uncover hidden relationships, and support informed decision-making across the Intelligence Community.

If you're passionate about solving complex problems through data, analytics, and emerging technologies, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced analytical methodologies to solve complex national security and intelligence challenges.
• Analyze large, diverse datasets to identify trends, relationships, and actionable insights that support mission objectives.
• Design and develop data science solutions utilizing statistical analysis, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and predictive analytics techniques.
• Build computational models that improve situational awareness, relationship discovery, systems modeling, and business analytics.
• Develop data visualizations, dashboards, and graphical products that effectively communicate analytical findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with intelligence analysts, engineers, and mission stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver innovative analytical solutions.
• Develop and maintain Python-based analytical tools and software applications supporting enterprise mission needs.
• Contribute to research efforts, technical documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives while supporting evolving mission priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Senior or Expert-level experience in Data Science, Analytics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years (Senior) or 10+ years (Expert) of relevant professional experience.
• Experience supporting Intelligence Community missions and applying analytical methodologies to national security challenges.
• Strong understanding of one or more of the following analytical domains:

• Relationship discovery and link analysis
• Situational awareness and intelligence fusion
• Systems modeling and simulation
• Business intelligence and analytics

• Experience applying advanced mathematical, statistical, and computational techniques to solve complex problems.
• Strong programming experience with Python and familiarity with tools and technologies such as SQL, R, Hadoop, Spark, Java, C/C++, Git, Bash, Tableau, ArcGIS, and Unix/Linux.
• Experience with data visualization, machine learning, artificial intelligence, ETL processes, or distributed computing.
• Understanding of research design principles and intelligence collection methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing innovative data science and analytics solutions that support complex intelligence and mission-focused challenges.
• Experience building enterprise software applications and leveraging modern data management and analytics platforms.
• Ability to communicate complex technical findings through clear visualizations, presentations, and written documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Position Clearance Requirement:

TS/SCI with an FSP

Salary and Benefits Information:

The salary range for this position is $155,765.00 to $225,799.00. The proposed range is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, location, and contractual considerations and may fall outside of the stated range. We offer a great benefits package designed to support you and your family. View our benefits information here: -mission-careers/

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship.

We win with inclusion

NS2 Mission’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

NS2 Mission is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with NS2 Mission and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: NS2Mission.Careers@sapns2.com.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.

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