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Data Scientist - Secret required
US - MD, Aberdeen
Live, first seen by us 84 days ago- Pay
$112,200–196,400/yearAnnual period assumed — pay source
The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
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- Not stated
- Employment
Full-time — employment source
Employment type in the employer’s posting: Full time
From the employer’s posting
Before you apply
- Work authorization
- Citizens only
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.
What you’ll work on
Full postingDesign and implement data models, algorithms and analytical solutions
Build and maintain ETL pipelines, APIs and data interfaces
Analyze large structured and unstructured datasets with scripting and statistical tools
Develop visualizations, reports and dashboards for technical and non-technical audiences
Integrate, test and validate data-driven applications and software tools
From the employer’s posting
Design, develop, and implement data models, algorithms, and analytical solutions to address business and mission challenges.
Build and maintain ETL pipelines, APIs, and data interfaces to support analytics workflows.
Utilize scripting languages and statistical packages to analyze large structured and unstructured datasets.
Develop and present data visualizations, reports, and dashboards for technical and non-technical audiences.
Integrate, test, and validate data-driven applications and software tools.
What you’ll bring
All qualificationsCore experience
- Bachelor’s to Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline).
- Experience with software integration or testing, including test plan and script development.
- 3–10+ years of professional experience in data science, analytics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or R, and familiarity with data science libraries and tools (e.g., Jupyter Notebook, Pandas, Numpy).
- Experience with SQL, NoSQL, API development, ETL pipelines, and web application servers.
- Demonstrated ability to apply complex mathematical and statistical concepts.
Qualification wording
Bachelor’s to Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline).
Experience with software integration or testing, including test plan and script development.
3–10+ years of professional experience in data science, analytics, or a related field.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or R, and familiarity with data science libraries and tools (e.g., Jupyter Notebook, Pandas, Numpy).
Experience with SQL, NoSQL, API development, ETL pipelines, and web application servers.
Demonstrated ability to apply complex mathematical and statistical concepts.
Education & alternatives
Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s to Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline). - 3–10+ years of professional experience in data science, analytics, or a related field.
Posting record
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- First seen by us
- Aug 12, 202684 days ago
- Recorded sightings
- 175
- Last seen by us
- Nov 5, 2026
- Employer says posted
- Jul 31, 2026
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How this job compares
Time since we first saw it
Day 84
Up longer than most. Similar jobs usually come down between day 7 and day 55.
Well past Parsons’s usual: its jobs come down by about day 28.
From 10,129 similar postings that came down, and 66 of Parsons’s. Coming down is not always a hire.
Parsons is hiring
40 open jobs
Open jobs by the week we first saw them, last 12 weeks.
- Hiring has slowed
- Takes jobs down at a usual pace
- 8% of open jobs were reposted
See how this role fits your experience
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- Python
- R
- SQL
- NoSQL
- NumPy
- pandas
Where the posting names them
- Experience with software integration or testing, including test plan and script development. - Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or R, and familiarity with data science libraries and tools (e.g., Jupyter Notebook, Pandas, Numpy). - Experience with SQL, NoSQL, API development, ETL pipelines, and web application servers.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or R, and familiarity with data science libraries and tools (e.g., Jupyter Notebook, Pandas, Numpy). - Experience with SQL, NoSQL, API development, ETL pipelines, and web application servers. - Demonstrated ability to apply complex mathematical and statistical concepts.
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About the role
We file this job under Data Scientist, by the work the posting describes.
Data scientists use statistics and models to answer harder questions, such as whether a change worked, what demand will look like next quarter, or which customers are likely to leave.
Postings usually ask for Python or R, SQL, statistics, experiment design and common machine learning methods.
Unlike an ML engineer, a data scientist's main output is often an analysis or a first model, not software running inside a product.
US government figures for data scientists
- Median yearly pay, May 2025
- $120,230
- Expected change, 2025 to 2035
- 34.6% more jobsagainst 3.5% for all jobs
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and Employment Projections (2025 to 2035). Occupation code 15-2051.
Job description
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.
Job Description:
As a Data Scientist at Parsons, you will leverage advanced analytics and emerging technologies in support of mission-critical requirements for the Department of War and United States Army. Join a collaborative team of 500 professionals working across operations and technical disciplines, with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Computing for advanced technology development, contributing to a diverse set of efforts over 5 years and a total value exceeding $600 million. The ideal candidate is innovative, highly skilled in data science methodologies, and adept at extracting actionable insights from complex datasets to support Army modernization and the warfighter.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and implement data models, algorithms, and analytical solutions to address business and mission challenges.
Integrate, test, and validate data-driven applications and software tools.
Utilize scripting languages and statistical packages to analyze large structured and unstructured datasets.
Build and maintain ETL pipelines, APIs, and data interfaces to support analytics workflows.
Apply advanced mathematical, statistical, and operations research methods to solve complex problems.
Develop and present data visualizations, reports, and dashboards for technical and non-technical audiences.
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify data requirements and deliver actionable insights. Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in data science and analytics.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s to Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline).
3–10+ years of professional experience in data science, analytics, or a related field.
Active Secret is required
Experience with software integration or testing, including test plan and script development.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or R, and familiarity with data science libraries and tools (e.g., Jupyter Notebook, Pandas, Numpy).
Experience with SQL, NoSQL, API development, ETL pipelines, and web application servers.
Demonstrated ability to apply complex mathematical and statistical concepts.
Experience with data mining, statistics, or graph algorithms to support analytics objectives.
Proficiency in using spreadsheets and visualization tools for data manipulation and presentation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Cloud Essentials, EMCDSA, Cloudera, CISSP, Microsoft certifications) are preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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- Pay
The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
- Location & working pattern
US - MD, Aberdeen
Working pattern and location restrictions need checking in the full posting.
- Work authorization
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Security Clearance Requirement: An active Secret security clearance is required for this position. This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.