[Remote] Data Scientist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Peraton is a national security and enterprise IT company serving government agencies and the U.S. armed forces. The Data Scientist will collaborate with cross-functional teams to extract, analyze, and visualize O365 and other data using Power BI, while developing data models, statistical algorithms, and interactive dashboards to provide stakeholders with actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data needs and objectives
• Extract, clean, and preprocess data from various sources for analysis
• Develop predictive models, statistical analyses, and algorithms to solve complex business problems
• Build tools to automate data collection
• Create and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI
• Perform ad-hoc data analysis to support decision-making
• Conduct data exploration and visualization to identify trends and patterns
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in data analysis and Power BI

Skills

• 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 6 years with no degree or 4 years w/an Associates
• Proficiency in data modeling, data transformation, and data analysis
• Strong knowledge of Power BI, including the creation of interactive reports and dashboards
• Solid programming skills in languages such as Python or R is a plus
• Experience with SQL, PowerShell, Python, and R for data manipulation and extraction
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance, however an active DoD Secret Clearance is preferred

Benefits

• Full time remote position
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay

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