Data Scientist with Security Clearance

Weeghman & Briggs is seeking Data Scientists to join our growing team. Location: Annapolis Junction - Currently Hiring for Level 2 & 3 in MD and Level 2 in GA Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph Job Description: We’re searching for Data Scientists to contribute to an important mission within the Federal Government. Data Scientists shall possess the following capabilities: Candidates should be proficient in 2 or more of the following skill areas: Foundations: (Mathematical, Computational, Statistical)Data Processing: (Data management and curation, data description and visualization, workflow and reproducibility)Modeling, Inference, and Prediction: (Data modeling and assessment, domain-specific considerations)Devise strategies for extracting meaning and value from large datasets. Make and communicate principled conclusions from data using elements of mathematics, statistics, computer science, and application specific knowledge.Through analytic modeling, statistical analysis, programming, and/or another appropriate scientific method, develop and implement qualitative and quantitative methods for characterizing, exploring, and assessing large datasets in various states of organization, cleanliness, and structure that account for the unique features and limitations inherent in Government data holdings. Translate practical mission needs and analytic questions related to large datasets into technical requirements and, conversely, assist others with drawing appropriate conclusions from the analysis of such data.Effectively communicate complex technical information to non-technical audiences.Make informed recommendations regarding competing technical solutions by maintaining awareness of the constantly shifting Government collection, processing, storage and analytic capabilities and limitations. Data Scientist Level 2 Salary: $132,000 – $147,100 (Maryland) Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of relevant experienceAssociates degree with 5 years of relevant experienceBachelor’sâ¯Degree must be in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine learning, Data Science, Operations Research, or Computer Science or a degree in a related field (Computer Information Systems, Engineering), a degree in the physical/hard sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy), or other science disciplines with a substantial computational component (i.e. behavioral, social, or life) may be considered if it included a concentration of coursework (5 or more courses) in advanced Mathematics (typically 300 level or higher, such as linear algebra, probability and statistics, machine learning)⯠and/or computer science (e.g. algorithms, programming, , data structures, data mining, artificial intelligence).⯠College-level requirement, or upper-level math courses designated as elementary or basic do not count.⯠Note: A broader range of degrees will be considered if accompanied by a Certificate in Data Science from an accredited college/university.Relevant experience must be in designing/implementing machine learning, data science, advanced analytical algorithms, programming (skill in at least one high-level language (e.g. Python)), statistical analysis (e.g. variability, sampling error, inference, hypothesis testing, EDA, application of linear models), data management (e.g. data cleaning and transformation), data mining, data modeling and assessment, artificial intelligence, and/or software engineering. Experience in more than one area is strongly preferred. Data Scientist Level 3 Salary: $158,000 – $176,600 (Maryland) Qualifications: Master’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experienceBachelor’s Degree with 10 years of relevant experienceAssociates degree with 12 years of relevant experienceBachelor’sâ¯Degree must be in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine learning, Data Science, Operations Research, or Computer Science or a degree in a related field (Computer Information Systems, Engineering), a degree in the physical/hard sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy), or other science disciplines with a substantial computational component (i.e. behavioral, social, or life) may be considered if it included a concentration of coursework (5 or more courses) in advanced Mathematics (typically 300 level or higher, such as linear algebra, probability and statistics, machine learning) and/or computer science (e.g. algorithms, programming, , data structures, data mining, artificial intelligence). College-level requirement, or upper-level math courses designated as elementary or basic do not count. Note: A broader range of degrees will be considered if accompanied by a Certificate in Data Science from an accredited college/university.Relevant experience must be in designing/implementing machine learning, data science, advanced analytical algorithms, programming (skill in at least one high-level language (e.g. Python)), statistical analysis (e.g. variability, sampling error, inference, hypothesis testing, EDA, application of linear models), data management (e.g. data cleaning and transformation), data mining, data modeling and assessment, artificial intelligence, and/or software engineering. Experience in more than one area is strongly preferred. Data Scientist Level 4 Salary: $220,000 – $244,800 (Maryland) Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with 15 years of relevant experienceAssociates degree with 17 years of relevant experienceBachelor’sâ¯Degree must be in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine learning, Data Science, Operations Research, or Computer Science or a degree in a related field (Computer Information Systems, Engineering), a degree in the physical/hard sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy), or other science disciplines with a substantial computational component (i.e. behavioral, social, or life) may be considered if it included a concentration of coursework (5 or more courses) in advanced Mathematics (typically 300 level or higher, such as linear algebra, probability and statistics, machine learning) and/or computer science (e.g. algorithms, programming, , data structures, data mining, artificial intelligence). College-level requirement, or upper-level math courses designated as elementary or basic do not count. Note: A broader range of degrees will be considered if accompanied by a Certificate in Data Science from an accredited college/university.Relevant experience must be in designing/implementing machine learning, data science, advanced analytical algorithms, programming (skill in at least one high-level language (e.g. Python)), statistical analysis (e.g. variability, sampling error, inference, hypothesis testing, EDA, application of linear models), data management (e.g. data cleaning and transformation), data mining, data modeling and assessment, artificial intelligence, and/or software engineering. Experience in more than one area is strongly preferred. Benefits: https://weeghmanandbriggs.com/summary-of-employee-benefits-2024/ Weeghman & Briggs was established in 2016. We are a team of like-minded people who do business, generate ideas and realize them. Consulting and Cyber Security are our main directions and we know how to deal with many current issues and provide the best services in offering resolutions. Weeghman & Briggs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.