Data Scientist, Level 3 Security Clearance

Data Scientist, Level 3 – Annapolis Junction, MD

Full Time

• Apply machine learning, statistical analysis, and computational techniques to analyze large and complex datasets.
• Develop, implement, and refine analytical algorithms to improve performance and mission outcomes.
• Perform data curation, normalization, transformation, and integration across multiple data sources.
• Design and build automated data processing pipelines and reproducible analytics workflows.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis, hypothesis testing, and statistical modeling.
• Develop models for inference, prediction, and domain‑specific analytics.
• Create data visualizations to effectively communicate analytical results.
• Translate mission requirements into technical data solutions and analytical workflows.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support mission objectives.

• Strong experience in data science, machine learning, and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and experience working in data analysis environments such as Jupyter Notebooks.
• Experience with large‑scale data and Big‑Data platforms (e.g., Spark or similar technologies).
• Experience performing tasks associated with Big‑Data platform management and distributed data processing environments.
• Experience developing, implementing, and refining analytical algorithms to improve performance and scalability.
• Experience supporting data visualization and presenting analytical results through dashboards or visual tools.
• Strong background in mathematics, statistics, and computational methods.
• Experience with data processing, including cleaning, transformation, and normalization.
• Experience with workflow automation and reproducible analytics.
• Ability to analyze data in varying states of completeness and structure.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline and six (6) years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and eight (8) years of relevant experience.
• Associate’s degree in a related discipline and ten (10) years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience must be in intrusion analysis, network defense, malware analysis, or a related cybersecurity field.

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate polygraph to be considered for this role.

• Competitive salary.
• Company‑sponsored Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
• Company‑paid Long‑Term Disability, Short‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) profit‑sharing plan and trust with matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off and holiday package.
• Paid training and support for conferences, certification courses, and seminars.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.