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Job Description:
Parsons is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to provide embedded Defensive Cyber operations support, capability integration, and rapid prototyping in support of USCYBERCOM. In this role you will be responsible for collaborating with headquarters and local customers to develop analytic capabilities. You’ll be a critical member on a small team, responsible for bringing your high-level software engineering skills to bear on a critical national security mission.
What You'll Be Doing:
Perform/utilize statistics, machine learning and analytic approaches to answer key intelligence questions, producing results and re-usable products that provide real value to Intelligence Analysts.
Apply machine learning techniques to identify and transform data features, find hidden patterns and trends, build and optimize classifiers, create automated anomaly detection systems, and automate steps of a process.
Evaluate statistical models to determine the validity of analyses, implement evaluated models into production by collaborating with software developers, periodically re-evaluate and refine machine learning models being used in production.
Curate and collect the data from a variety of traditional and non-traditional sources: extract data from sources, transform and integrate data in line with existing data, and load data into data stores for access by others.
Collaborate with Data Scientists to develop processes and tools to monitor and analyze model performance and data accuracy.
Work with analysts to interpret analytic results and refine analysis as needed.
Effectively communicate results and ideas to key decision makers, analysts and other stakeholders and shall provide information as appropriate.
Perform documentation of all processes, models and activities by developing, documents, and implement a configuration management plan for data sets.
Research latest data science tradecraft and technology.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Active TS/SCI w/ polygraph required for consideration
Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 8 years of experience; an advanced degree will be considered in lieu of years of experience
Proficient in Python
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with end-to-end workflows/projects
3+ years of Defensive Cyber Operations experience
3+ years of Machine Learning techniques and statistical model evaluation
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Master's degree in relevant field and 4 years of experience
Demonstrated expertise with R or Python, and SQL to manipulate data and draw insights from large and small data sets
Exposure to AWS (Amazon Web Services), Cisco (CCNA), and/or STIGs/IAVA, Big Data Platform (BDP)
Strong background and skills in Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL)/Windows/Virtual environments
A problem solver who can get in, be given a project, and use engineering skills to determine a solution
Jupyter Notebooks, Network Analysis Tools
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI with polygraph
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 8 years of experience (advanced degree may substitute years)
- Proficient in Python
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with end-to-end workflows/projects
- 3+ years of Defensive Cyber Operations experience
- 3+ years of Machine Learning techniques and statistical model evaluation
- Experience with R or Python and SQL for data manipulation and analysis
- Master's degree in relevant field (with 4 years of experience)
- Exposure to AWS, Cisco (CCNA), STIGs/IAVA, Big Data Platform (BDP)
- Strong background in Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL), Windows, and virtual environments
- Experience with Jupyter Notebooks and Network Analysis Tools
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
