Senior Data Scientist with Security Clearance

AFORGE is seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist to support a Government Agency at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. This position will lead advanced data science and analytical research efforts focused on identifying and assessing adversary Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) capabilities and vulnerabilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience applying artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and advanced analytical techniques to complex datasets. This individual will play a critical role in developing data-driven insights that support counter-WMD (CWMD) mission objectives and informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities Lead data science and analytical research initiatives supporting WMD vulnerability assessments. Identify, acquire, integrate, and analyze commercial and other structured and unstructured datasets. Develop and apply AI/ML models to support data discovery, classification, analysis, and interpretation. Design analytical methodologies and workflows to identify patterns, relationships, and potential vulnerabilities. Evaluate data quality, analytical accuracy, and the reliability of model outputs.

Translate complex analytical findings into actionable insights for Government stakeholders. Develop technical reports, visualizations, presentations, and analytical products. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support mission-focused research and analysis. Provide technical guidance on data science methodologies and analytical best practices. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience. Demonstrated experience in data science, advanced analytics, or related analytical research. Experience developing and applying AI/ML methods.

Experience acquiring, preparing, and analyzing structured and unstructured data. Ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings to technical and nontechnical audiences. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills. Ability to work onsite at Fort Belvoir, VA. TS/SCI clearance required for classified work.

Preferred Qualifications Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field. Experience with Python, R, SQL, or similar analytical tools. Experience developing predictive models, statistical analyses, or automated analytical workflows. Familiarity with commercial data sources and large-scale data integration. Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or CWMD analytical missions. Experience communicating complex findings to Government decision-makers.