Senior Data Scientist

Data Scientist Sr Principal

Deliver insights to help our clients turn data into action as a Senior Data Scientist at GDIT. Your work will provide transformative solutions to our clients’ big-data obstacles and help advance the mission. Here, you can make a meaningful impact on our clients’ mission and on your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Data Scientist Senior Principal you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

HOW A DATA SCIENTIST SR PRINCIPAL WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
● Performs scientific work associated with the analytical, statistical, and programming skills to collect, analyze, and interpret large data sets; develop data-driven solutions to difficult business challenges

• Investigates, analyzes, and formulates automated search and reporting from the customer environment or enclave.

• Evaluates, tests, and recommends various AI/ML models and tools, including Cloud based module, third party module and open-source products.

• Develop user interface and dashboard for search capability as well as reporting and monitoring capability within hybrid cloud environment or customer provided cloud environment.

• Ensures that cybersecurity plans, controls, processes, standards, policies, and procedures are aligned with cybersecurity standards.

• Identifies security risks and exposures, determines the causes of security violations and suggests procedures to halt future incidents and improve security

• May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals.

• Other duties as assigned related to developing data science and AI/ML initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: Bachelors of Science
● Required Experience: 10+ years of related experience
● Security Clearance Level: Minimum Secret Clearance
● Travel: Occasional travel may be required
● Location: Hybrid
●US Citizenship Required

Required Technical Skills:

• Advanced Python programming skills with strong familiarity with AI/ML modules
• Proficiency in machine learning algorithms
• Proficiency in data modeling and visualizations
• Proven experience as a software developer, particularly with language models
• Working experience with Windows and Linux development environments
• Excellent communication skills and ability to conduct presentations to various audiences, including senior leadership
• Must be able to document design, pseudo codes, and flow chart for review and approval
• Familiarity with Data Science related Mathematics including statistics and probability, linear algebra and calculus

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop AI/ML tool based on customer requirements
• Communicate and work with team members to meet contractor obligations
• Engage with customer stakeholders and PMO team on a regular basis
• Lead and devise innovative methods and techniques to leverage AI/ML to improve risk assessments
• Provide input to project planning and weekly reports
• Document design, tool’s requirements and user guide
• Setup and provide tool demos to stakeholders

Own your career as a Data Scientist at GDIT. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build advanced AI/ML tools using cutting-edge technologies. Your work in data analytics at GDIT will have an impact on securing our clients’ missions and ensuring we anticipate the threats of tomorrow.

The Data Scientist will serve as a pivotal figure within the organization. This role demands a professional with a solid grasp of data modeling, machine learning, AI and language such as Python and SQL.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays