Data Scientist

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at:

For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA’s successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters.

Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

• Built and/or deploy AI algorithms especially in cloud environments
• Establish scalable, efficient, and automated processes for large scale ML model deployments and integration.

• The ideal candidate shall possess a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or other technical degree.
• Experience with AI/ML RMF SSP authorization
• Experience with AI/ML services contract and configurations
• Experience with AI/ML request security review
• A security clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance is required. Candidates should have experience with large software systems and the full software development lifecycle
• Involved with setting up the data pipeline, machine learning framework—from data discovery to model deployment—in a big data environment.
• Experience deploying robust machine learning
• Built and/or deploy AI algorithms
• Exposure to machine learning concepts (feature engineering, text classification, and time series prediction) and frameworks with interest in learning more.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging and problem-solving skills
• Ability to quickly explore, evaluate and learn new technologies
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written. Includes the ability to effectively communicate complex information to audiences with varying technical and system backgrounds and at multiple organizational levels

10 years of experience analyzing datasets and developing analytics, and 10 years of experience programming with data analysis software such as R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB.

• Associate Engineer (CT7):
  Entry-level to experienced, but still a learner typically with an advanced degree and 0 years experience or bachelors degree and 0-2+ years experience or equivalent
• Engineer 1 (CT8):
  Career level typically with an advanced degree and 3+ years experience or bachelors with 5+ years experience or equivalent
• Senior Engineer (CT9):
  Emerging authority typically with an advanced degree and 7+ years experience or bachelors with 9+ years experience or equivalent; applies extensive expertise
• Principal Engineer (CT10):
  Expert, authority in discipline typically with an advanced degree and 12+ years experience or bachelors with 14+ years experience or equivalent
• Engineer Consultant (CT11):
  Senior consultant to top management typically with an advanced degree and 18+ years experience or bachelors with 20+ years experience or equivalent

The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is 75,000 to 210,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefit offerings include healthcare, retirement plan, paid disability and life insurance programs, employee assistance program, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives.

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