Senior Cyber Data Scientist

Program Overview

Encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical, and administrative support for Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Cyber and Technology Security Directorate in three key offices/functional areas: Cyber Monitoring and Operations, Cyber Threat and Investigations, and Technology Innovation and Engineering State.

About The Role

Peraton is currently hiring for a: Senior Cyber Data Scientist to join our Federal Strategic Cyber Programs.

Location: Rosslyn, VA & Beltsville, MD

Schedule: Hybrid (On-site & Remote)

Position Overview:

• We’re seeking a Senior Cyber Data Scientist to lead data integration and operationalization efforts across our cybersecurity programs. As a thought leader in Data Management, you’ll play a critical role in developing predictive models, detection algorithms, and automated alerting systems.
• Your work will span collaboration with Security Operations Center engineers, threat hunters, and AI/ML teams to enhance detection accuracy, reduce false positives, and anticipate emerging threats. You’ll also be a partner with data teams to implement best practices in data governance and strategy.
• This leadership role demands initiative, strong communication, and independent guidance.

What You’ll Do:

• Extract actionable intelligence from raw cyber data using advanced analytics and modeling.
• Generate insights to inform threat detection and response.
• Evaluate and implement cutting-edge technologies to enhance DoS’s data management capabilities.
• Define and drive strategic direction for cyber data management, aligned with broader cybersecurity goals.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 14+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience defining enterprise data strategy.
• Proven success working with cross-functional teams.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance.
• Must hold (or obtain prior to start) one of the following certifications:
  • CISSP
  • Security+
  • Net+
  • A+
  • MCP
  • MCSE
  • CCNA
  • MCSA

Desired Skills:

• Data Science & Advanced Analytics.
• AI/ML Techniques.
• Statistical Modeling.
• Python / R Programming.
• Big Data Platforms:
  • Databricks
  • Azure Data Lake
  • Splunk ML Toolkit

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.