Sr/Pr Data Scientist/AI/LLM/CNO Developer

Job description

Job Title: Senior and Principal Data Scientist - Artificial Intelligence & Large Language Models

Location: Northern VA

Clearance Required: Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) with Polygraph

Job Overview:We are seeking a Principal Data Scientist with expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Large Language Models (LLMs) to join our team. This role is for a seasoned professional passionate about addressing complex challenges in national security, defense, and computer network operations. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment with high-priority government clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Involvement in the development of AI, ML, and data science solutions for government clients, focusing on applications in national security and cybersecurity.
• Design and implement scalable solutions using Large Language Models (LLMs), including prompt engineering, retrieval augmented generation (RAG), and OpenAI.
• Provide technical and project leadership and support to cross-functional teams, delivery timelines, team responsibilities, and strategic initiatives.
• Supporting cloud architecture and Computer Network Operations (CNO) research and development.
• Supporting development of custom algorithms, including anomaly detection, and predictive modeling.
• Engage with clients to understand requirements, shape project scopes, and ensure delivery meets client expectations.
• Develop data-driven strategies that enhance operational efficiency and create business value for government stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• Experience: Experience in AI, ML, data science, software engineering, or a related discipline.
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph or willing to take a poly at a later date.
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python and C.
• Cloud Services: Experience with cloud Data Science & ML services (Databricks, Azure ML, Azure OpenAI.
• AI & ML Techniques: Proficient in developing solutions with neural networks, deep learning, transformers, LLMs, RAG, and prompt engineering.
• CNO Security Exposure: Experience with or familiarization in Computer Network Operations (CNO), software development.
• Data Pipeline Management: Experience with large-scale data pipelines, streaming analytics, and cloud-native architectures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in data science, cloud computing, or cybersecurity, such as Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Microsoft Certified Azure Data Scientist, or CompTIA Security .
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies for project management and delivery.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of applying AI and ML to solve critical national security challenges.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to high-impact initiatives that directly support government clients.
• Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.