Public Health Data Analyst- Predictive Disease Modeler, Silver Spring, MD Join the team who values your skills and expertise. From intelligence and cybersecurity to vulnerability assessment and mission assurance, Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) brings experience and results. Building on a reputation as a dedicated, disciplined and tightly-knit organization, CNSP supports DOD and other federal clients in their critical, strategic and operational programs. CNSP is looking for qualified talent to give our clients the support they deserve and the quality they expect from our team - a team of experts, like you. Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation's mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com. SUMMARY The Public Health Data Analyst will be the AFHSD's Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the field of disease modeling and prediction. who can combine DoD health data with the other available data sources and develop statistical models to predict disease threats to the military. This includes forecasting the spread and the severity of a known disease like influenza and COVID-19, as well as predicting where and when a novel disease is likely to emerge. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Coordinates the development of predictive models for disease with partners in the USG interagency and academia to ensure that the DHA is responsive to the US military's and Geographic Combatant Command (GCC) and Military Services Force Health Protection (FHP) needs. * Analyzes DoD and open-source health surveillance data with the ultimate goal of predicting the onset of, and forecasting the further progression/transmission of, military-relevant. * Communicates the results of such disease modeling and prediction efforts to senior leaders and public health decision-makers, clearly explaining the degree of uncertainty surrounding the results. * Disseminates the results of analytical studies by way of preparation of briefings, manuscripts, presentations, information summaries, issue papers, and technical documents, as well as their sharing via websites and other media outlets based on target audiences. * Works with GIS experts to communicate the results graphically, where appropriate, through an interactive GIS-facilitated portal, to include, but not be limited to, the Health Surveillance Explorer or other disease assessment platforms available within the DoD or the USG interagency community at-large. * Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY * No Supervisory/management EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE * Masters degree in a related field * Must have 3-5 years of experience in the field of disease modeling and prediction. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Knowledge of SAS, R, Python, and statistical technical skills such as machine learning and neural network techniques. * Knowledge of scientific literature on this topic and have participated in collaborative efforts with academia, industry, or USG interagency. * Experience with visualization tools such as ggplot and Tableau. * Must have a strong background in Public Health and infectious disease. * Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Secret Clearance. * Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check. WORK ENVIRONMENT * Hybrid- Climate-controlled office and telework. Estimated Starting Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 annually. (CNSP) offers a competitive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans for regular full-time employees, 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, life insurance, paid time off and more. Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable law. Cherokee Federal has suspended it's COVID mandate. However, it's important to note that Cherokee Federal employees are included as covered employees in U.S. Presidential Executive Order 14042, which mandates Covid vaccines for federal contractors. Executive Order 14042 is currently not subject to enforcement by the Federal government. Therefore, Cherokee Federal has suspended application of the mandate and continues to monitor the government's guidance on administration of any vaccine requirement. ABOUT THE TEAM Cherokee Federal is a collective group of subsidiary companies of Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB). CNB is the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing, and mission solutions portfolios - ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics. Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600 employees work in 20 countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories. Why Cherokee Federal? Visit cherokee-federal.com to learn why you should join our team! COMPLIANCE Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, union affiliation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We conform to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations governing all aspects of the relationship between the Company and its employees, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies. 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