Accenture Federal Services delivers a range of innovative, tech-enabled services for the U.S. Federal Government to address the complex, sensitive challenges of national security and intelligence missions.
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Job Description:
Accenture Federal Services is seeking a data scientist who is excited about assessing problems, developing solutions, and solving national security related problems. Our team leverages technological advances for better performance in all mission areas—collection, analysis, and operations—while protecting against technological threats to the security of the customer’s information. We are a cadre of information management, data science, and technology experts dedicated to revolutionizing the way we “do data”, while upholding proper protection, accessibility, and release mandates. The objective of our efforts is to accelerate the development and application of data science capabilities – including artificial intelligence and machine learning – to the customer’s core missions.
Here’s what you need:
- A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience; or
a Master’s degree in computer science or related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years experience as a Data Scientist or similar role
- 5+ years experience with machine learning or statistics
- 5+ years experience developing briefings, dashboards, reports, and other deliverables using data science tools and techniques
- Knowledge of analytic methods and methodological tools such as: applied mathematics, computer programming, and/or visualization
- Knowledge of Python and some of the following software/tools: SQL, R, Hadoop, Spark, Java, C/C++, Git, Bash, Tableau, ArcGIS, and/or Unix commands
Bonus points if you have:
- Proficiency in Python and other software/tools such as R, SQL, Git, Tableau
- Experience with Python libraries such as Pandas, numpy, scikit-learn
- Demonstrated experience working large volumes of data
- Knowledge of data collection methods, capabilities, and tasking process
- Ability to leverage multiple data management tools to organize relevant information
- Experience working directly with customers to identify and develop functional requirements
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Security Clearance:
- Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York City or Washington as set forth below and information on benefits offered is here.
Role Location: Range of Starting Pay for role
California: $105,200 - $168,400
Colorado: $105,200 - $145,500
New York City: $121,700 - $168,400
Washington: $112,100 - $154,900
Eligibility Requirements
US Citizenship required.
Important information
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Accenture Federal Services
Accenture Federal Services is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. An active security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role. Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
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