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Data Scientist - Simulation (Secret cleared)
Arlington, VA
Actively hiring, first seen by us 7 days ago- Pay
USD 89,000–170,200/yearAnnual period assumed — pay source
The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is: $89,000—$170,200 USD What We Believe
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Before you apply
- Work authorization
- Citizens only
Must have an Active Secret clearance
What you’ll work on
Full postingBuild time-series and other predictive forecasting models
Run uncertainty and sensitivity analyses on model outputs
Validate model assumptions with subject matter experts
Benchmark simulation and forecasting models against optimization approaches
From the employer’s posting
Build predictive and forecasting models, including time-series forecasting, to identify future operational trends.
Conduct uncertainty and sensitivity analyses to quantify confidence in model outputs.
Partner with subject matter experts to validate model assumptions and improve accuracy over time.
Benchmark simulation and forecasting models against optimization-based approaches to ensure model validity and cross-validation.
What you’ll bring
All qualificationsCore experience
- Bachelor's degree in statistics, data science, operations research, or related field
- Experience in statistical and simulation modeling (SimPy, AnyLogic, Mesa, SALib or similar)
- Strong Python programming for scientific computing
- Active Secret clearance
- US citizenship
Preferred experience
- Experience with linear/mathematical optimization or operations research
- Experience with Palantir Foundry data science tooling.
Qualification wording
Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field
Experience in statistical and simulation modeling, SimPy/AnyLogic/Mesa/SALib or similar
Strong Python programming skills for statistical/scientific computing
Must have an Active Secret clearance
Must be a US Citizen
Experience with linear/mathematical optimization or operations research
Experience with Palantir Foundry data science tooling.
Education & alternatives
Here is what you need: - Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field - Experience in statistical and simulation modeling, SimPy/AnyLogic/Mesa/SALib or similar
Posting record
Report an errorActively hiringFirst seen by us 7 days ago, still listed, and not a repost of an earlier posting.
- Status in our records
- Live
- First seen by us
- Oct 27, 20267 days ago
- Recorded sightings
- 30
- Last seen by us
- Nov 4, 2026
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Accenture Federal Services is hiring
90 open jobs
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- Data Scientist hiring is picking up
- Its jobs tend to stay up a long time
- 3% of open jobs were reposted
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Where the posting names them
The work: We're looking for a data scientist to build a production resource-allocation capability in Palantir Foundry. You will develop mathematical and simulation models that assemble and compare workforce teams under staffing, qualification, readiness, timing, equipment, and organizational constraints. The application will generate multiple courses of action, explain why alternatives differ, identify infeasible requests, assess organizational impact, and preserve capacity for future demands. This is a production decision-science role—not a reporting or notebook-only position. You will formulate optimization and/or simulation models, write tested Python, integrate models with Foundry Ontology and applications, and work directly with operational and domain experts. Key Responsibilities:
- Experience in statistical and simulation modeling, SimPy/AnyLogic/Mesa/SALib or similar - Strong Python programming skills for statistical/scientific computing - Ability to work full-time onsite in the DC area
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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
At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
The work:
We're looking for a data scientist to build a production resource-allocation capability in Palantir Foundry. You will develop mathematical and simulation models that assemble and compare workforce teams under staffing, qualification, readiness, timing, equipment, and organizational constraints. The application will generate multiple courses of action, explain why alternatives differ, identify infeasible requests, assess organizational impact, and preserve capacity for future demands. This is a production decision-science role—not a reporting or notebook-only position. You will formulate optimization and/or simulation models, write tested Python, integrate models with Foundry Ontology and applications, and work directly with operational and domain experts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and tune statistical simulation models (e.g., Monte Carlo, Discrete Event, Agent-based modeling) underlying platform scoring.
- Build predictive and forecasting models, including time-series forecasting, to identify future operational trends.
- Conduct uncertainty and sensitivity analyses to quantify confidence in model outputs.
- Partner with subject matter experts to validate model assumptions and improve accuracy over time.
- Benchmark simulation and forecasting models against optimization-based approaches to ensure model validity and cross-validation.
- Evaluate opportunities to apply machine learning as historical data becomes available.
Here is what you need:
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field
- Experience in statistical and simulation modeling, SimPy/AnyLogic/Mesa/SALib or similar
- Strong Python programming skills for statistical/scientific computing
- Ability to work full-time onsite in the DC area
- Must have an Active Secret clearance
- Must be a US Citizen
Preferred experience:
- Experience with linear/mathematical optimization or operations research
- Experience with Palantir Foundry data science tooling.
- Healthcare or public sector domain experience
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:
$89,000—$170,200 USD
What We Believe
As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.
Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.
Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information.
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The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is: $89,000—$170,200 USD What We Believe
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Arlington, VA
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- Must have an Active Secret clearance - Must be a US Citizen Preferred experience:
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
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