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Data Scientist

Peraton
Peraton Salary
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/27/2026
About Peraton

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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented Data Scientist to support mission-critical intelligence programs in a highly collaborative, classified environment. In this role, you will transform complex data into actionable insights that drive operational and strategic decision-making for government customers.

You'll leverage advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and automation to solve challenging problems, while working with modern technologies including Tableau for data visualization and ServiceNow as the enterprise data platform. If you're passionate about applying data science to real-world national security missions, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and deploy predictive models, machine learning solutions, and advanced analytics to support mission objectives.
  • Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable intelligence.
  • Build and support data solutions that integrate with the ServiceNow platform, including Performance Analytics, custom applications, and automated workflows.
  • Create interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations in Tableau to communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Partner with government customers and cross-functional engineering teams to translate mission requirements into scalable data-driven solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with security, governance, and classified data handling requirements.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Location: This position is fully onsite in Washington, DC

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
  • 5 years of professional experience in data science, analytics, or a related technical discipline.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Experience with statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning techniques.
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with large, complex datasets.
  • Experience creating dashboards and data visualizations using Tableau.
  • Familiarity with ServiceNow, including integrations, Performance Analytics, and/or custom application development.
  • Ability to work full-time in a classified, on-site environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • ServiceNow certifications such as CSA, CAD, CIS, or Performance Analytics.
  • Experience developing with JavaScript.
  • Experience supporting intelligence community or Department of Defense customers.

Details

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. 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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.

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

Salary : $112,000 - $179,000

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