Data Scientist

This position is contingent on award of contract.  

 

Role Identity & Mission 

This senior level Data Scientist provides strategic leadership, advanced analytical expertise, and technical direction for global Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) and Psychological Operations (PSYOP). The role drives the design, execution, and refinement of analytical frameworks that leverage statistical modeling, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to evaluate operational effectiveness and inform commander level decision making. 

Core Responsibilities 

• Analytical framework design — Lead creation of statistical, ML, and AI enabled frameworks that measure operational impact and support decision superiority. 

• Advanced quantitative modeling — Direct application of regression analysis, Structural Equation Modeling, timeseries analysis, Bayesian methods, and causal inference to link operations with observed effects. 

• Multisource data integration — Oversee fusion of structured and unstructured data from OSINT, social media analytics, surveys, intelligence inputs, and operational datasets within scalable cloud environments. 

• Natural Language Processing — Direct implementation of NLP techniques including sentiment analysis, topic modeling, and entity recognition to assess behavioral indicators and narrative trends. 

• Assessment plan development — Lead development of assessment plans aligned with commander intent, incorporating baseline data, theories of change, and SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time Bound) objectives. 

• Database architecture & APIs — Direct SQL based database design and API integrations supporting unified data environments, tagging structures, and LOE/LOP alignment. 

• Predictive modeling — Produce predictive models that forecast behavioral outcomes, operational effects, and environmental shifts. 

• Operational reporting — Deliver quarterly assessments, monthly baselines, and comprehensive analytical reports supporting multiple combatant commands. 

• Leadership & mentorship — Provide senior level guidance to analysts, data engineers, and assessment teams to elevate analytical rigor and mission impact. 

• Clearance: TS/SCI active .

• Years of Exp/Degree: 8 years with BS/BA, 6 years with MS/MA or 3 years with PhD.

• Advanced statistical & ML expertise — Regression, SEM, Bayesian modeling, causal inference, NLP, predictive analytics.

• Programming & data engineering — SQL, Python, R, API development, cloud based analytical platforms. 

• Operational assessment knowledge — IO/PSYOP frameworks, theories of change, MOE/MOP alignment. 

• Data architecture leadership — Unified data environments, tagging structures, LOE/LOP taxonomy. 

• Communication & reporting — Ability to translate complex analytics into actionable insights for senior leaders and operators. 

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.