Data Scientist, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type: On-site
Location: Arlington, VA
Salary: $69,400–$158,000 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 51 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Dec 9, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

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TL;DR · Data Scientist, Mid

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The Data Scientist, Mid joins a team serving end-to-end missions for the Department of Defense. In this role, you will steer complex data exploration and analytics projects, helping clients and stakeholders interpret data to achieve actionable results. Your daily responsibilities include data cleaning, data mining, and developing predictive data models, quantitative analyses, and visualizations of targeted data sources. You will utilize SQL, R, Python, and other programming languages, alongside specific experience with the Maven Smart System. The position requires expertise in natural language processing, text mining, and machine learning techniques. You must possess a TS/SCI clearance and a Bachelor's degree. The work involves solving technical problems within Department of Defense data environments, including those for the Joint Staff, Combatant Command, or Service headquarters.

What does a Data Scientist earn in Virginia?

Median $162000 from 89 postings across 9 companies.

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Skills

Python R SQL Java Machine Learning Natural Language Processing Data Mining Tableau Power BI Microsoft Access Power Query Time Series Analysis Optimization Maven Smart System Data Visualization Statistics Object-Oriented Programming

What you'll do

Steer complex data exploration and analytics projects for Department of Defense clients.
Develop predictive data models and perform quantitative analyses on targeted data sources.
Perform data cleaning, data mining, and data visualization using SQL, R, or Python.
Apply natural language processing, text mining, and machine learning techniques to datasets.
Develop and utilize tools within the Maven Smart System.
Communicate complex data insights and actionable results to senior leaders and stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to contribute to team missions and apply critical thinking to diverse problems.

What we're looking for

6+ years of experience with statistical and general-purpose programming languages for data analysis.
5+ years of experience with data exploration, data cleaning, data visualization, or data mining.
4+ years of experience developing predictive data models, quantitative analyses, and visualization of targeted data sources.
4+ years of experience with natural language processing, text mining, or machine learning techniques.
2+ years of experience using and developing within Maven Smart System.
6+ years of experience with data science, dashboard development, data analytics, statistics, or machine learning engineering (preferred).
Bachelor's degree.