Job Summary

Aptive is seeking a Data Scientist, Senior to provide support services to the U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM) Software Engineering Center (SEC). The services will include related activities in support of all complete lifecycle management, software maintenance, software engineering, software sustainment, software replication and distribution, software control, Information Technology (IT) technical support services, Post Deployment Software Support (PDSS), Post Production Software Support (PPSS), and Cybersecurity. These services advance SEC's mission of ensuring operational readiness by developing, providing, integrating, and maintaining Army Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR), Logistics, and Business Software.

Primary Responsibilities

• Data mining or extracting usable data from valuable data sources
• Using machine learning tools to select features, create and optimize classifiers
• Carrying out preprocessing of structured and unstructured data
• Enhancing data collection procedures to include all relevant information for developing analytic systems
• Processing, cleansing, and validating the integrity of data to be used for analysis
• Analyzing large amounts of information to find patterns and solutions
• Developing prediction systems and machine learning algorithms
• Presenting results in a clear manner
• Propose solutions and strategies to tackle business challenges

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, information technology, or closely related field
• Must have 7 years working with data including data sourcing, data analysis and data integration
• Business Intelligence experience including experience with data sourcing, data integration and data quality projects
• Ability to work with client to analyze and define the business processes and documentation that needs an IT solution
• Ability to work with minimal direction and focus on delivering results in a fast-paced work environment
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Secret security clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Three years of professional business experience developing PowerBi/Tableau-like business intelligence applications, dashboards, and data models
• Strong SQL skills to query SQL databases; experience with Data analysis tools like Alteryx is preferred
• Three years of professional business experience developing PowerBi/Tableau-like business intelligence applications, dashboards, and data models is preferred

Client Information

The CECOM Software Engineering Center (SEC), headquartered at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, is one of the most experienced and comprehensive support centers within the DoD.SEC provides the software expertise needed to support command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, (C5ISR) as well as logistics, business and enterprise systems in the modern digital environment. From initial concept, to development, testing, fielding and sustainment, SEC engineers are ready to ensure your software systems fully support your operational requirements.

About Aptive

Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We’re advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.

We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.

COVID 19 Vaccine Statement

This position supports a federal government contract and is subject to government vaccination mandates or other customer vaccination requirements. All new hires are required to report their vaccination status and proof of vaccination, or an adjudicated accommodation may be required for employment.