U.S. Department of Defense · Fort Meade, Maryland, US

Data Scientist

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DATA SCIENTIST

Posted 3 Sep 2026 · Other · 150424.00

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This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command.

It is in the Professional Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. It is located in the DISA EIC/ENTRPRS INTEGR AND INNOV CTR.

Duties

  • Performs a broad range of data analyses assignments entailing unique problems, creativity, innovative use of techniques, advance approaches and or new technology.
  • Leads the development and documentation of operational concepts and strategies for assigned programs/projects.
  • Develops and automates large scale, high-performance data processing systems and tools to improve data quality.
  • Plans and conducts statistical data analytics projects and/or studies to evaluate, design, and tabulate statistical sampling plans and analytical procedures and processes.
  • Participates in meetings, conferences, briefings, and seminars related to data analytics program planning, technologies, and support system concepts.

Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements overall in 12 months.
  • This is a drug tested position.

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The median wage for Data Scientists in Maryland was 65.56 USD per hour (136,370 USD per year) in May 2025; the middle half earned 48.25–81.50 USD per hour.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025

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