• Lead Data Scientist

    ManTech (Chantilly, VA)


    MANTECH** seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented **Lead Data Scientist** to join our team in **Chantilly, VA.

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    + Creates new, innovative methodologies to detect threats by collaborating with data visualization experts, analysts, and leadership.

    + Utilizes cutting-edge technologies for in-depth threat analysis and develops algorithms that proactively support analysts in detecting insider risk.

    + Provides data expertise by building custom data pipelines for large datasets using commercial and/or open-source data science tools.

    + Develops tools and methodologies to ensure that vast amounts of structured and unstructured data are properly categorized, processed, and presented to analysts efficiently.

    + Stays current on all data science methodologies, developments, and industry best practices, and evaluates and recommends new techniques to further develop the Insider Threat Program.

    + Utilizes Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning techniques, such as Large Language Models (LLMs), to develop natural language categorization and querying capabilities and provides modeling approaches to assess personnel risk and suitability.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    + Advanced degree in Data Analytics, Data Modeling, Data Science, Statistics/Mathematics and 10+ years of relevant experience with statistical data modeling and software analytics.

    + In lieu of an Advanced degree: Bachelor’s degree and 15 years of relevant experience with statistical data modeling and software analytics.

    + Subject Matter Expertise in statistical data modeling, data science, and programming algorithms with data visualization software packages.

    + Experience writing clear, concise, and user-friendly technical reports, training manuals or similar documentation.

    + Ability to travel domestically.

    Clearance Requirements:

    + Must have a current/active TS/SCI w/Polygraph.

    Physical Requirements:

    + Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%

    + Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

    + Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.

    + Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

     

    MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

     

    If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information.