Senior Data Scientist

RELX

Pattern Analyst in LNSSI handling operational customer data analysis for government leadership using advanced analytics and specialized software on large data sets. Requires strong interpersonal skills and advanced technical analysis experience.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeWashington, DC • District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $104,900 - $174,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Rigorously investigating, evaluating, interpreting, and delivering data-driven findings from relevant and diverse data sources.
Preparing and delivering timely and actionable tactical analysis products tailored to the needs of the customer mission.
Transforming and analyzing raw data into actionable findings, and communicating through charts, maps, timelines, and infographics to visualize complex relationships and big data sets in a user-friendly and easy-to-understand format to support operational decision making or criminal prosecution.
Learning, applying, and maintaining relevant subject matter expertise in one or more technical areas in support of customer missions, through analytic work, operational tactics, data handling, methodology development, command briefings, and training and consultation.
Rapidly responding to changing circumstances requiring flexibility, time-management, and the ability to function under shifting priorities while keeping track of ongoing requirements and deadlines.
Communicating and collaborating on analysis with both internal and external analytic colleagues and with operational customers, in person or remotely, and interacting effectively with command-level and senior leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a US citizen.
Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility required.
CJIS certification required.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a government employee or contractor role serving in a rigorous analytic or investigative environment.
Ability to attain LexisNexis (formerly Zetx) Subject Matter Expert (SME) Certification in Cellular Technologies.
Ability to understand and adhere to government contract requirements, procedures, and compliance training, often without direct supervision.
Ability to work up to full time at a secure government site in the Washington DC/Northern Virginia/Maryland area.
Valid US passport may be required, as up to 25% domestic and international travel required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development
Annual incentive bonus

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisdata visualizationmethodology developmenttactical analysisdata handlinginvestigative techniquesoperational tacticsbig data analysischartinginfographic creation

Soft Skills

flexibilitytime managementcommunicationcollaborationinterpersonal skillsadaptabilityorganizational skillsproblem-solvingleadershipcustomer focus

Certifications

Top Secret security clearanceSCI eligibilityCJIS certificationLexisNexis SME CertificationBachelor's degree