Data Scientist

Overview

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Join Booz Allen as a Data Scientist and help turn large, complex data sets into actionable insights. Across private and public sectors—from fraud detection to cancer research to national intelligence—we need you to help find answers in the data. You’ll use your analytical skills and data science knowledge to create real-world impact, work closely with clients to understand their questions, and dig into data-rich environments to develop algorithms, systems, and the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn disparate data points into objective answers for informed decision-making.

Work with us as we use data science for good. Join us. The world can’t wait.

• Use data science techniques to analyze structured and unstructured data and develop predictive models, quantitative analyses, and visualizations.

• Collaborate with clients to understand questions and needs, then explore data-rich environments to extract meaningful information.

• Develop algorithms and systems, leveraging appropriate tools and frameworks to convert data into actionable insights for decision-makers.

• Provide a deep understanding of the data and its implications to inform client strategies.

You Have:

• 4+ years of experience in a professional work environment
• Experience with data exploration, cleansing, analysis, visualization, or mining to develop predictive data models, quantitative analyses, and visualizations
• Experience with statistical and general-purpose programming languages, such as Python, R, or SQL, to analyze structured and unstructured data
• Knowledge of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and natural language processing tools and techniques
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience supporting DoW or federal agencies, including analytic support
• Experience with tools such as Map Reduce, Hadoop, Hive, Kafka, or Spark, visualization packages such as Plotly or Seaborn, or mathematical concepts such as linear algebra or probability
• Experience supervising teams or leading projects
• Knowledge of DoW analytic tools, such as Advana and Maven Smart Systems
• Knowledge of Agile development practices
• Ability to communicate data science techniques effectively to leadership
• TS / SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a similar field

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret clearance is required.

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs.

Those who do not meet the threshold are eligible for select offerings, not including health benefits. Learn more about our total benefits on the Resource page of our Careers site and Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by factors including location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,500.00 to $ (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement: As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model: Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.