Data Scientist

SMX is seeking a skilled Data Scientist to be part of our Information Technology Team supporting NAWCAD at Patuxent River, MD. The Data Scientist tasks include research and discovery of opportunities for data acquisition and data systems integration.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research, design and develop data systems, architectures, tools, infrastructure components, and models
• Leverage high-performance computing infrastructures into systems architecture
• Recommend best architectures, tools, and technologies to address organizational needs 

Required Skills: 

• Clearance Required: Top Secret, Secret to start. The applicant selected may be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Ability to maintain a Top Secret Clearance
• Knowledge of DoD Information Assurance practices, including Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG)
• Must be able to interact with peers, management, and senior engineers in a constantly evolving environment to ensure a positive customer experience and atmosphere in the workplace.
• 3+ years of related IT experience required
• Associate degree in IT field
• DoD 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2) (Examples of minimum acceptable certifications-CCNA Security, CySA+, G SEC, Security+ CE, SSCP)

Desired Skills:

• Past DoD system administration experience
• Bachelor’s degree in IT field desired

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