Senior Data Scientist; Remote

This position is pending upon contract award. U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates must possess an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance as required for contract performance.

The Senior Data Scientist will support the United States Special Operations Command Preservation of the Force and Family (USSOCOM POTFF) program in identifying and implementing innovative, valuable solutions across the Special Operations Forces (SOF) enterprise aimed at improving the short and long-term well-being of SOF warriors and their families. The Senior Data Scientist will support all POTFF domains, providing consultation and assistance to supported units and POTFF staff to identify opportunities and methods for capturing data relating to POTFF programs and initiatives.

• Flexibility That Fits Your Life
  - Work/life balance support with flexibility designed to meet your personal and professional needs.
• Robust Health & Insurance Benefits
  - Choose from a variety of Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription plans, plus a partially funded HSA. You’ll also have access to Life Insurance and discounts on Auto, Home, Renters, and Pet Insurance.
• Build Your Financial Future
  - Take advantage of our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match to help you plan for what's ahead.
• Generous Time Away From Work
  - Recharge with PTO, paid holidays, extended sick leave, and Short and Long Term Disability coverage.
• Wellness Beyond the Workplace
  - Access resources that support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition That Matters
  - Celebrate achievements and recognize colleagues through our employee recognition platform.
• Invest in Your Growth
  - Continue your education and professional development with Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.
• Employee Discounts & Perks
  - Enjoy exclusive savings, special offers, and additional employee-only benefits.
• Wellness Programs & Resources
  - Explore a variety of programs and tools designed to support your overall health and wellness.
• Career Development Opportunities
  - Enhance your skills through training programs, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Licensure & Certification Support
  - Maximus covers the costs associated with renewing required licenses and certifications.

• Expertly interpret results using a range of techniques, from basic data aggregation and statistical analysis to advanced data mining and pattern recognition.

• Select crucial features, construct, and refine classifiers using cutting-edge machine learning techniques for enhanced performance

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in data and analytics, providing guidance and expertise to peer analysts and operational stakeholders.

• Identify the most suitable decision technology techniques to apply within various analytical frameworks. Examples of decision technology tools that may be employed include optimization, simulation, regression, decision trees, neural networks, cluster analysis, mixed models, and more.

• Utilize appropriate statistical analysis and quantitative methods to thoroughly examine data, forecast future trends, and account for variability, particularly in generating and maintaining reliable predictions

• Expand and refine MAXIMUS data collection procedures to encompass information crucial for building robust analytical systems.

• Develop automated anomaly detection systems and consistently monitor model performance for continuous improvement.

• Lead project management activities and facilitate team communication and strategy implementation (meetings, etc.) to ensure timely and efficient execution.

• Stay abreast of emerging…