Data Scientist Principal

Company: Linquest
Location: Sierra Vista
Posted on: November 19, 2022

Job Description:

LinQuest is seeking a Data Scientist - Principal to support the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) in Ft. Huachuca, AZ.The Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) is responsible for the oversight of all DISA test and evaluation (T&E) within DISA. The mission of the JITC labs at Fort Meade and Fort Huachuca is to enable the successful transition of joint acquisition IT systems from developmental testing to fielding through early and continuous involvement in the program life cycle.*Duties and Responsibilities:** Interprets results from multiple sources using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining independently.* Designs, develops and implements data models and develops databases to support big data.* Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge.* Works effectively in a group/collaborative setting, is result oriented and highly analytical, is a strategic and creative thinker, is confident, friendly and approachable, has superior organizational skills, pays attention to details, has ability to work on multiple projects and meet tight deadlines, has exceptional problem solving skills and inspires confidence and trust in seniors and key stakeholders.* Conducts qualitative event uncertainty and risk analysis and quantification of cost and schedule risk in addition to implementation of risk mitigation actions.* The risk analyses will support quantitative and qualitative integrated assessments across projects and the uncertainties (uncertainty includes work scope gaps, normal estimating variability/error, and risk events) associated with integrated baseline activities will assist in the implementation of risk mitigation actions.* Performs advanced risk analysis, and associates risks items to direct impacts on scope/cost/schedule.* Conducts quantitative analysis using operations research tools, economics, and other quantitative techniques in the areas of procedural implementations and performance issues.* Creates analysis procedures. Assists in the definition of machine learning and data mining strategies.* Creates, deploys, maintains and refines decision management models.* Specialist in modeling and simulation functions or operations such as, but not limited to exercises, plans, coordination, demonstrations, and instruction in one or more functional areas.* Under little or no supervision, applies a wide set of statistical, programming and/or engineering disciplines for planning, design, analysis, and specification development for systems and databases to support the end user analysis process.* Responsible for, or assists in the recommendations of platform, end user Business Intelligence tools, design, quality assurance standards, and performance standards.* Determines cost-benefit of tradeoffs in recommended options. Works with consultants, programmers, and analysts assigned to the project. *Required Experience/Skills:** Minimum of 10 years experience in data analysis, design, and implementation of databases and analytics in support of business processes.* *An active TS/SCI is required to be considered for this position* *Benefits:* LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit: *COVID-19 Compliance Guidelines:* As a federal contractor, all LinQuest team members may be required to comply with Executive Order 14042- Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, which may include mandatory vaccination and ability to provide proof of vaccination status prior to start of employment. Additionally, team members are expected to comply with all safety protocols related to mask wearing and physical distancing while in covered contractor workplaces. If applicable, prospective or new employees may seek an exemption to the vaccination requirement through LinQuest Human Resources and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment.

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