Data Scientist - Level I - McLean, VA

Lucayan Technology Solutions LLC McLean, Virginia, United States Science

About this position

About Lucayan Technology Solutions LLC


At Lucayan Technology Solutions LLC, we deliver secure, innovative solutions in support of national defense and intelligence missions. As a trusted government contracting partner, we provide top-tier intelligence and technology services that safeguard our nation. Our team is mission-driven, and we are committed to building careers that matter.



📍 McLean, Virginia | 🕒 Full-Time | 🔒 TS/SCI with Polygraph | Onsite


Overview

Lucayan Technology LLC is seeking a talented Data Scientist to join our growing team in McLean, VA. As a Data Scientist with Lucayan, you will apply advanced data science techniques to extract insights from complex datasets, support mission-critical decision-making, and deliver innovative analytics for the Intelligence Community.


What You’ll Do

  • Collect, clean, and analyze large, complex datasets from diverse sources.
  • Develop and implement machine learning models, predictive analytics, and statistical algorithms.
  • Evaluate and optimize models for accuracy and scalability.
  • Communicate analytic insights and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Design visualizations, dashboards, and reports to present findings effectively.
  • Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and mission teams to solve operational challenges.
  • Stay up to date on data science and AI/ML trends to deliver innovative solutions.



Do You Have What It Takes?

Required:

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Data Science, Math, Statistics, Computer Science).
  • 3+ years of experience in data science, analytics, AI/ML, or quantitative analysis.
  • Proficiency with Python, R, SQL/PostgreSQL, GitLab.
  • Hands-on experience analyzing large-scale datasets.
  • Experience with Palantir Foundry/Gotham tools.
  • Ability to convey complex data insights to non-technical audiences.

Preferred:

  • Experience with telecommunications metadata analysis.
  • Exposure to SIGINT, counterintelligence, or cyber operations.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Spark, Kafka).
  • Experience with Agile project workflows (Scrum, Jira, Confluence).