Data Analyst / Scientist II

Job Title

Data Analyst / Scientist II

Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Location

numerous OCONUS locations available

Job Description

The Data Analyst II/Data Scientist II develops, maintains, and updates tools for the collection of information crucial to the branch’s risk and threat assessment activities. The tools within the Collections and Data Analytics Program include the Technical Security Assessment (TSA) and the Technical Anomaly Reporting System (TARS). The TSA project is an ongoing effort to develop a robust application for Diplomatic Security technical security personnel to complete vulnerability assessments required by 12 FAH-6, while the TARS project focuses on creating an online information gathering tool. The analyst integrates these tools with additional functionalities and assists in project management and cross-departmental coordination for the application of hardware and software to support programming efforts that improve and enhance data processing operations. The analyst collects data from various sources/platforms, analyzes relationships, and develops intelligent, IT-based tools to integrate data into products useful to the branch’s analysis processes. The role includes analyzing data from intrusion alarm and imminent danger notification systems, performing workflow analysis of Technical Operations Group (TOG) operations, and developing operating procedure improvements. The analyst develops and delivers fully operational hardware/software that conforms to Bureau of Diplomatic Security – Executive Directorate – Office of the Chief Technology Officer (DS/EX/CTO) and specified end user requirements, performs configuration, change, and release management, and develops and maintains documentation related to supported systems and business application software initiatives. The Data Analyst II/Data Scientist II is responsible for working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition, to support technical and operational requirements. The analyst provides both written and verbal briefings for executive-level and other State Department personnel, and participates in Department and interagency committees, conferences, and working groups to ensure the protection of national security information, facilities, and personnel at diplomatic facilities.

Key Duties

• Build and enhance TSA/TARS and adjacent analytics tooling; integrate data sources for analysis.
• Analyze alarm/notification systems and TOG workflows; recommend improvements.
• Deliver operational solutions; manage configuration/change/release; maintain documentation.

Requirements

• Current U.S. Government final Top Secret security clearance and qualified for SCI access.
• Eligible for and able to obtain and maintain required security clearance/access approvals.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data analysis, data science, or computer/software engineering (or related field) with at least two (2) years of experience.
• Proficiency in data analytics, including artificial intelligence/machine learning.
• Demonstrated experience working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition.
• Ability to brief diverse audiences of varying technical backgrounds.
• Ability to participate in and communicate with formal interagency committees, conferences, task forces, and working groups as required by the customer.
• Knowledge of State Department (preferred) or similar U.S. Government agency standards and directives, especially in relation to technical security.
• Knowledge and understanding of regulations governing the use of classified materials.
• Ability to effectively and professionally lead and interact with groups or individuals outside own organization.
• Knowledge of analytical risk management methodology and principles a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft O365.
• Highly adaptable, positive attitude, and ability to work as a member of a team.

Questions?
Please reach out to [email protected] for additional questions or information.

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

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