Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking A&A Data Scientist/Analyst (AI/Automation) to supportKDS and our government customer in Alexandria, VA. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This is a Remote opportunity.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Data Solutions (KDS), a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a skilled Data Scientist/Analyst to support our Assessment & Authorization (A&A) programs through advanced analytics and artificial intelligence solutions. The ideal candidate will combine expertise in data science with cybersecurity knowledge to develop innovative approaches to security compliance automation.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include but are not limited to:

The A&A Data Scientist/Analyst will focus on leveraging data analytics and AI to enhance security compliance processes. Key responsibilities include:
Develop and implement machine learning models for security control assessment
Create predictive analytics solutions for risk management
Design and maintain data pipelines for security compliance metrics
Analyze security assessment data to identify patterns and trends
Develop automated reporting solutions for compliance status
Create visualization tools for security posture analysis
Build natural language processing solutions for documentation analysis
Implement statistical analysis methods for security control effectiveness
Develop algorithms for automated security control validation
Create and maintain dashboards for compliance monitoring
Perform data mining on security assessment results
Support the development of AI-driven compliance tools
Collaborate with security teams to identify data-driven solutions
Document analytical methodologies and findings

Required

Education and Experience:

College degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field
5+ years of experience in data science or analytics
3+ years of experience with cybersecurity or information security
Experience with machine learning and AI technologies
Current Security+ certification or equivalent

Required Skills And Competencies

Strong proficiency in Python, R, or similar programming languages
Experience with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.)
Knowledge of statistical analysis and modeling
Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
Understanding of RMF and FISMA requirements
Proficiency in data preprocessing and cleaning
Knowledge of natural language processing
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with big data technologies
Understanding of cybersecurity principles
Excellent documentation abilities
Strong communication skills
Ability to obtain public trust clearance

Desired Skills And Competencies

Additional security certifications (CISSP, CASP+)
Experience with cloud-based analytics platforms
Knowledge of DevSecOps practices
Expertise in deep learning
Experience with automated testing frameworks
Knowledge of blockchain analytics
Familiarity with quantum computing concepts
Experience with federal government systems
Published research in relevant fields
Experience with security orchestration platforms
Knowledge of continuous monitoring systems
Expertise in anomaly detection
Experience with real-time analytics
Understanding of privacy requirements and controls
Knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST, CMMC)

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com .

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