ECS

Senior Data Scientist

ECS$120K — $145K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Citizen with Active TS/SCI security clearance required, must pass CI polygraph post-indoctrination.
  • High School Diploma with 10+ years relevant experience, or Bachelor's/Master's degree in related field alongside military experience or certifications.
  • Senior-level proficiency in Python for data science and automation.
  • Experience architecting solutions for large-scale structured and unstructured datasets.
  • Hands-on experience with COTS and GOTS platforms for advanced statistical analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor data science teams.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement end-to-end data science architectures that cater to multi-INT data streams.
  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert, mentoring team members while actively contributing technically.
  • Research and prototype innovative analytical methodologies using machine learning and advanced statistical techniques.
  • Create data visualizations and dashboards to help analysts interpret massive datasets intuitively.
  • Collaborate with customer stakeholders to translate intelligence needs into technical solutions.

Benefits

  • Joining a mission-critical team influencing national security decisions.
  • Work on groundbreaking data solutions that directly support military and intelligence missions.
  • Professional development opportunities including mentoring and leading teams.
  • Involvement in innovative projects utilizing cutting-edge intelligence technologies.
Full Job Description
Everforth ECS is searching for an exceptional Senior Data Scientist for multiple locations to join our mission-critical team supporting our government customer in Northern Virginia, St. Louis, MO,OR Tampa, FL. This isn't just another data science role-it's an opportunity to transform raw data into actionable insights that directly impact national security operations and warfighter support.

* Requires final acceptance by the Prime contractor and government customer.

** Validation of required clearances upon acceptance and approval from a cognizant government contracting officer. After customer indoctrination, the candidate will be submitted for a Counterintelligence Polygraph.

In an era where geospatial intelligence drives critical decisions, you'll architect innovative data solutions that help analysts see patterns others miss, anticipate threats before they materialize, and deliver the GEOINT advantage our nation depends on. Your work will directly enable our customers mission to provide timely, relevant, and accurate data in support of military and national security objectives.

Core Responsibilities:
  • Architect Solutions, Not Just Code
    Design and implement end-to-end data science architectures that process multi-INT data streams at scale. You'll build automated pipelines that transform terabytes of structured and unstructured data into mission-critical intelligence products.
  • Lead Through Expertise
    Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for advanced analytics, mentoring team members while maintaining hands-on technical contributions. Your insights will shape program direction and capability roadmaps.
  • Innovate Continuously
    Research, prototype, and deploy cutting-edge analytical methodologies. Apply machine learning, network analytics, and advanced statistical techniques to solve intelligence problems that have never been solved before.
  • Deliver Clarity from Complexity
    Create sophisticated data visualizations and analytics dashboards that enable analysts to explore massive datasets intuitively, revealing patterns and relationships that drive intelligence assessments.
  • Drive Mission Success
    Partner directly with customer stakeholders, understanding their intelligence questions and translating them into technical requirements. Your solutions will directly support critical intelligence operations.
  • Technical Focus Areas
    • Geospatial Analytics: Advanced spatial analysis, pattern detection, and predictive modeling using GEOINT datasets
    • Multi-INT Fusion: Integrate and analyze data across GEOINT, SIGINT, OSINT, and other intelligence disciplines
    • Automation & Scale: Build production-grade Python solutions that handle massive data volumes with efficiency and reliability
    • Visual Intelligence: Develop interactive dashboards and network analytics that transform complex data into actionable insights
    • AI/ML Applications: Implement machine learning models for classification, clustering, anomaly detection, and predictive analytics. The candidate must have previous experience in ABI tradecraft as well and the ability to produce finished products that adhere to NGA and DNI standards.

#ECSINTEL

  • US Citizen.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance required to apply; must be able to pass a CounterIntelligence (CI) polygraph following customer indoctrination.
  • High School Diploma and 10+ years of relevant experience; alternatively, a Bachelors / Masters degree in a related field of study or a combination of military (10+ years), experience, training or certifications.
  • Proven track record supporting Intelligence Community missions in operational environments.
  • Senior-level proficiency in Python for data science, automation, and analytics pipeline development.
  • Experience architecting solutions for large-scale structured and unstructured datasets.
  • Hands-on experience with COTS platforms (Tableau, MATLAB, MapLarge) and GOTS capabilities for advanced statistical analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience building, maintaining, and querying complex databases.
  • Deep understanding of intelligence analysis workflows and how data science enables mission success.
  • Experience conducting multi-INT research and analysis to support operational requirements.
  • Ability to identify capability gaps and architect innovative technical solutions.
  • Proven ability to lead technical teams and mentor data scientists.
  • Exceptional communication skills-translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Independent operator comfortable working in ambiguous, fast paced environments.

About ECS

ECS is a leading provider of digital solutions and services to the federal government. The company was founded in 2001 by Roy Kapani and has since grown to become a trusted partner to a wide range of government agencies. ECS offers a broad range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. The company has been recognized for its innovative solutions and has won numerous awards, including the AWS Public Sector Partner of the Year award.
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