Spatial Data Scientist

Key Skills

Agile methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data science techniques, Data Visualization, Database, Design, Employee life cycle, Microsoft Office suites, R Programming, Statistics

Job Description

AOEA has a critical need for a spatial data scientist to analyze mission GEOINT data. Must possess the ability to leverage a range of data sources (e.g., various spatial data types (including raster, vector, and web services), SharePoint, customer requests for information, survey responses, production databases, etc.) to satisfy requirements. Provide insights to inform data strategy, in partnership with line of business representatives.

What You'll Be Doing:

• This data scientist would help drive spatial/spatio‐temporal statistical analysis of AOEA's AOR mission issues and would help develop/implement statistical methodologies for incorporating multiple datasets. The spatial data scientist will develop strategies for exposing new datasets and create migration plans for legacy datasets. The spatial data scientist will enable the office to perform deeper analysis of trends over time, ensure that collected data can be used across the IC now and in the future, and provide greater access to data holdings. The spatial data scientist will develop and document processes for data discovery, modeling, and production that adhere to enterprise architecture standards, and will enable data for analysis, visualization, and modeling to address mission‐specific intelligence issues.
• Work with various stakeholders to develop data strategies and provide the data necessary to meet AOEA requirements.
• Use data mining for structured and unstructured information to satisfy deployer requests. 
• Apply advanced spatial analytic capabilities to derive insights from a combination of unstructured, semi-structured, and structured data.
• Maintain, move, and manipulate data between applications and across NGA Domains, using appropriate software as technology evolves. Strength in collaboration and teamwork within, between, and across organizational boundaries.
• Maintain databases for issues regarding full life cycle of data from design to production, conversion, migration, translation, and data quality assurance.
• Transfer, load, and share data using current government provided capabilities in accordance with administrative policies and procedures.
• Project long range requirements for database administration in conjunction with other managers in the information systems function as well as business function managers.
• Responsible for all activities related to the administration of computerized databases.
• Identify emerging technologies/software and represent the office at technology meetings.
• Data mining and conditioning (search and condition for data sets that would help perform the mission).
• Be familiar with digital imagery and digital imagery processes

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Clearance required to start: TS/SCI 
• Possess strength in collaboration and teamwork within, between, and across organizational boundaries.
• Possess a certificate and/or bachelor’s degree or higher in geospatial related field OR possess at least 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a certificate or bachelor’s degree.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, data mining, ability to develop, manipulate, and maintain databases.
• Experience with spatial software, such as the ArcGIS Suite and Tableau. Of particular importance is software packages used for spatial statistical analysis of intelligence data and tools for data visualization.
• Understanding of Geospatial Policies and data handling restrictions, including cross-domain data movement, and data sharing strategies with IC mission partners and customers.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring: 

• Experience in identifying system enhancement opportunities and new capabilities.
• Possesses good oral and written communication skills, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work cooperatively and effectively as a team member.
• Working knowledge of statistical software, such as R or similar.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret SCI

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, 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: 

$121,900.00 – $219,400.00

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, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!