Data Scientist

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Job : GA DHS - Data Scientist
Job ID: (767893)
Location : 47 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30334
Client : State of GA

Job Description:
In this role, you will analyze large and/or complex datasets, develop predictive models, and derive actionable insights that drive key business decisions.

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Data Scientist with experience in Risk and Fraud analytics to join our growing team. This role will focus on developing and deploying machine learning models, statistical methods, and data-driven strategies to detect risky behaviors and prevent fraudulent activities across our products and services.

Key Responsibilities
• Collect, clean, and analyze large, complex datasets from multiple sources.
• Develop predictive models and machine learning algorithms to support decision-making and improve business performance.
• Translatebusiness problems into data-driven solutions with measurable impact.

Develop and deploy machine learning models to detect, predict, and prevent fraudulent transactions and behavior patterns.

Analyze large volumes of structured and unstructured data from multiple sources to identify fraud trends and root causes.

Collaborate with fraud operations, engineering, and compliance teams to implement real-time fraud detection solutions.

Design and monitor KPIs to evaluate model performance and improve fraud detection systems over time.

Conduct deep-dive investigations into fraud cases, creating detailed reports and actionable insights.

Stay current with emerging fraud techniques, industry best practices, and data science tools.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in data science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics or a related field.

10+ years of professional experience in data science

Proficient in Python, SQL, SAS and machine learning techniques

Experience in responsible use of AI if used in solution design
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify patterns and trends from data

Experience working with large datasets and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).

Strong understanding of supervised and unsupervised fraud detection techniques, including anomaly detection, behavioral modeling, and network analysis.

Experience with visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI.

Familiarity with graph analytics or network-based fraud detection tools.

Highly desired

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance issues related to fraud and financial crime.

Highly desired

Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.

Highly desired

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics or a related field.

Required

Professional experience in data science.

Required

10

Years

Proficient in Python, SQL, SAS and machine learning techniques.

Required

5

Years

Experience working with large datasets and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).

Required

5

Years

Understanding of supervised and unsupervised fraud detection techniques, including anomaly detection, behavioral modeling, and network analysis.

Required

Experience with visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI.

Required

5

Years

Experience in responsible use of AI if used in solution design.

Required

5

Years

Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify patterns and trends from data.

Thanks & Regards.

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