Data Scientist – AI/Machine Learning

Markon

Software Developer utilizing AI and machine learning tools in Annapolis Junction. Collaborating on a cutting-edge program in the intelligence community.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeAnnapolis Junction • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Machine Learning techniques, statistical model evaluation, and data manipulation using R or Python and SQL. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance model performance and communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Machine Learning TechniquesStatistical Model EvaluationR or Python ProficiencySQL Data ManipulationDefensive Cyber Operations Experience

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Hard Skills

Machine LearningStatistical AnalysisData Feature TransformationClassifier OptimizationAnomaly Detection SystemsData CurationModel EvaluationConfiguration ManagementData IntegrationProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationAnalytical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

AWSCisco (CCNA)STIGs/IAVABig Data Platform (BDP)Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL)WindowsVirtual Environments

Certifications & Qualifications

Active TS/SCI W/ Polygraph

Industry Keywords

Defensive Cyber OperationsData ScienceAnalytic ApproachesData Accuracy MonitoringConfiguration Management Plan

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSLinuxPythonSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform/utilize statistics, machine learning and analytic approaches to answer key intelligence questions, producing results and re-usable products that provide real value to 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active TS/SCI W/ Polygraph
Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 8 years of experience; an advanced degree will be considered in lieu of years of experience
3+ years of Defensive Cyber Operations experience
3+ years of Machine Learning techniques and statistical model evaluation
Demonstrated proficiency 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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays