External Title Data Science Specialist

Responsibilities

We’re looking for aData Science Specialist to support advanced analytics and data modeling across medium to large datasets. This role emphasizes data cleaning and visualization,Neo4j graph database technologies, and the ability to develop solutions usingone or more programming languages (e.g., Python/Java). You’ll also work in ahigh-security, cloud-based environment (classified) and collaborate using modern development practices.

• Clean and preprocessmedium to large datasets to ensure accuracy, usability, and reliability.
• Visualize and analyzedata using appropriate tools and statistical/analytical methods.
• Develop and optimize Neo4j graph database solutions, including:
  • Writing efficientCypherqueries
  • Modeling relationships and graph structures to support analytics/use cases
• Develop software components in at least one programming language (e.g.,Pythonor Java).
• Work within cloud infrastructure in ahigh-security environment (classified), following security and compliance requirements.
• Use software virtualization toolssuch as Dockerto support reproducible development and deployments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver analytics outcomes and operational improvements.
• Maintain documentation for datasets, queries, visualizations, and developed solutions.
• (Desired) Contribute within
  
  Agile development framework sand iterative planning cycles

• Active TS/SCI clearance with relevant Polygraph
• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA;
  Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA;
  Minimum of 3 years with PhD; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Demonstrated experience cleaning, visualizing medium to large data sets.
• Knowledge of and experience with Neo4j Graph database technologies and cypher query language
• Experience developing at least 1 or more programming languages, like Python, Java
• Understanding of Cloud infrastructure in High security environment (classified)
• Experience operating with modern software virtualization tools, like Docker,
• Desired:
  Agile development frameworks
• Desired:
  Experience visualizing data in Tableau

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace.

The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit  to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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