Data Scientist

The Opportunity: As a data scientist, you're excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you're fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured data open new opportunities. As a data scientist at Booz Allen, you can help turn these complex data sets into useful information to solve global challenges.

Across private and public sectors-from fraud detection to cancer research to national intelligence-we need you to help find the answers in the data.

On our team, you'll use your analytical skills and data science knowledge to create real-world impact. You'll work closely with your clients to understand their questions and needs, and then dig into their data-rich environments to find the pieces of their information puzzle.

You'll develop algorithms and systems and use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data points into objective answers to help clients make informed decisions.

Ultimately, you'll provide a deep understanding of the data, what it all means, and how it can be used. Work with us as we use data science for good.

Join us. The world can't wait. You Have: 2+ years of experience with data exploration, data cleaning, data analysis, data visualization, or data mining 2+ years of experience with statistical and general-purpose programming languages for data analysis 2+ years of experience with developing, updating, maintaining and documenting sites, lists documents, and template files Experience analyzing structured and unstructured data sources Experience working with Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI), or Natural Language Processing (NLP) Experience working with Microsoft Suite Tools, such as SharePoint Experience working with Microsoft Power Apps Knowledge of text mining or machine learning techniques Secret clearance Bachelor's degree Nice If You Have: 2+ years of experience in the development of algorithms leveraging R or Python 2+ years of experience with distributed data and computing tools, including MapReduce, Hadoop, Hive, EMR, Kafka, Spark, Gurobi, or MySQL 2+ years of experience with Machine Learning, AI or NLP Experience developing predictive data models, quantitative analyses and visualization of targeted data sources Experience with visualization packages Knowledge of Army Data Platforms such as Advana and Vantage Top Secret clearance Master's degree Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees.