Data Scientist

Leidos • Fort Meade, MD • 2h ago

Description

Leidos is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join a multidisciplinary team of mission-focused analysts and reporters. In this role, you will apply machine learning and advanced analytics to sparse, noisy, and adversarial datasets to support predictive intelligence and deliver operational impact.

You will leverage techniques such as deep learning, graph analytics, and anomaly detection to create decision advantage for analysts, operators, and mission leaders-contributing to intelligence capabilities for the next decade of national security.

Key Responsibilities

Develop machine learning models to extract insights from large, complex intelligence datasets.

Translate analytic questions into technical requirements and data-driven solutions.

Characterize and assess datasets in varying states of structure and quality.

Provide informed recommendations on technical approaches based on evolving intelligence capabilities and constraints.

Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and support automated analytics workflow development.

Minimum Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, AI/ML, Data Science, Operations Research, or related technical field with 10 years of relevant experience.

Associate's degree with 12 years of relevant experience may be considered.

Other degrees with strong coursework in advanced math, statistics, AI/ML, computer science, or data mining, or relevant certifications (Data Science, AI/ML) will also be considered.

Proficiency in Python and C/C++ (or similar languages).

Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Python libraries.

Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and communicate effectively across teams.

Preferred: Experience supporting intelligence or cyber operations missions.

Leidos offers competitive benefits, clear technical and leadership advancement paths, 401(k) with 6% match and immediate vesting, paid time off, 11 holidays, flexible schedules, education support, parental leave, and more. Join us in advancing national security through innovation

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

February 26, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/) .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

REQNUMBER: R-00177051

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

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