Data Scientist II

ABOUT ALEUT FEDERAL

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission are just as important as the job you are applying for.  Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska.  People are at the core the core of everything we do.  We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our clients, the various branches of the federal government.  We engage in our local markets, so community service is embedded into our process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits.  We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.  The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

Data Scientist ll -with Top Secret Clearance

Position Overview

Are you passionate about delivering critical technology solutions to federal agencies and supporting their mission?  Are you self-organizing, motivated, and client-focused?  We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Scientist II with an active Top-Secret clearance to join our dynamic team.  In this role, you will leverage your expertise in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling to support various projects that contribute to national security.  You will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and deliver actionable insights that drive the decision-making needs of our clients.  Join us in significantly impacting national security through the power of data science.  We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data Scientist II shall:

• Propose, design, and conduct data science, research, and analytic work leveraging open source, social, and digital media data to quantitatively and qualitatively assess foreign state and non-state actor disinformation and propaganda.
• Develop new methods and capabilities to keep A&R at the forefront of research and technology and provide input into data needs supporting the GEC.
• Develop and inform data science processes, standards, and data analytics products and reporting related to identifying and characterizing foreign information operations.
• Identify new ways of gathering input from various data sources and through various methodologically sound approaches.
• Engage with the Department of State, interagency, and international partners to coordinate interagency efforts to synchronize USG resources to fulfill the GEC’s objectives.
• Represent the GEC in working groups, meetings, and conferences.
• Provide recommendations on data sources and methodological approaches for this work.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

Data Scientist II

• Master’s Degree and 1+ year of relevant experience; or bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in data and social science methodologies, including formulation of descriptive statistics; hypothesis testing; correlation and regression analysis; observational or experimental research design; application of frequentist or Bayesian statistical principles; network analysis; or applied machine learning or artificial intelligence techniques related to dimensionality reduction, natural language processing, computer vision, classification and clustering, and large language models;   
• Pursue efforts related to specific research questions/problem areas, including literature review, background study, data interrogation, and analysis using statistical/quantitative and qualitative methods to develop strategic insights/recommendations.
• Project management skills, including maintaining multi-deadline, fluid set of projects under Agile management methods; overall project management proficiency including monitoring and controlling projects and communicating across all project stakeholders.
• Ability to organize thoughts and communicate clearly and effectively to the intended audience for the selected medium, including visual aids as appropriate.
• Oral communication skills in-person and online, to varying audiences; development of presentation aids, causing audience(s) to retain knowledge.
• Possesses a Top-Secret Clearance.

Salary Range:  $85,000-$95,000

We will accept applications for this position until the role is filled.

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401k and match

Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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