Job Description

ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIRED

We are seeking a mission-focused Data Scientist / Target Development Analyst to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD, bridging advanced data science techniques with deep operational intelligence analysis.

In this role, you will leverage Python, computational mathematics, and specialized analytics tools to discover, map, and evaluate target networks and access opportunities. You won't just analyze static data-you'll design automated analytic workflows, execute data modeling, build custom visualization tools, and task selectors across high-value operational frameworks. If you thrive on combining a strong SIGINT/SIGDEV or CNO/CNE background with data science to solve complex targeting challenges, you'll fit right in with Team Nyla.

The annual base salary range for this role is $119,000-$140,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

Required Skills

• Python Development for Data Science: Strong proficiency in Python for automated analytics workflow development, data manipulation, and custom script authoring.
• Specialized Analytics Tooling: Direct, hands-on proficiency utilizing XKEYSCORE (XKS) and DX frameworks for targeting and data discovery.
• Targeting & Mathematical Analysis: Background applying computational mathematics, qualitative/quantitative methodologies, and complex data modeling for target characterization.
• Data Visualization: Proven ability to create clear, actionable data visualizations from large, complex operational datasets.
• Selector Tasking: Experience managing, structuring, and executing selector tasking within enterprise systems.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Intelligence Studies, or a related technical discipline, PLUS 7+ years of professional experience in data science, target discovery, or intelligence analysis OR Master's Degree in a related field, PLUS 5+ years of specialized operational data science and targeting experience OR High School Diploma / GED, PLUS 11+ years of hands-on technical experience in SIGINT/SIGDEV, or target development with advanced Python analytics in lieu of a degree.

Desired Skills

• SIGINT / SIGDEV Operational Background: Candidates with prior SIGINT Development (SIGDEV) or SIGINT analysis experience paired with strong data science capabilities are highly preferred.
• Specialized Frameworks: Hands-on experience with SWAT / AWST operational toolsets and workflows.
• Target & Technology Research: Demonstrated research capabilities for target infrastructure analysis, device fingerprinting, and technology opportunity discovery.