Junior Data Scientist - NATO (Anticipated) with Security Clearance

Location: HQ SACT NATO - Norfolk, VA, USA (On-site) Job Type: W-2/Full-Time Equivalent Anticipated Period of Performance: TBD - 1 year + 4 option years POSITION NOT YET FUNDED. SOLICITING RESUMES FROM INTERESTED CANDIDATES FOR ANTICIPATED CONTRACT AWARD. Background: Navanti is seeking a Junior Data Scientist to support an anticipated position at NATO HQ in Norfolk, VA. Core Responsibilities: * Contribute to the activities of the Political Military - Assisted Decision-Making Team. * Knowledge of Data models. Evaluates the outcomes, veracity, and performance of data models. * Engages with the target user to prototype and refine human computer interfaces to optimize visualization of the relationships between different data entities. * Specifies and applies appropriate techniques to clean and properly format data for use * Reviews the benefits and value of techniques and tools and recommends improvements for cleansing and reformatting data. * Define/ refine PM-ADM operational, capability, and regulatory requirements * Development of concepts of operation, working with subject matter experts. * Construct data strategies in line with the owning organizations approach to collecting, storing, and analyzing data; * Remain up-to-date with new developments in data science and AI to bring innovative ideas into implementation; * Directly supports the Program Director and travels to meetings and conferences within and outside NATO's boundaries for up to 30 days per year. * Performs additional tasks as required by the COTR related to the LABOR category. Necessary Qualifications: * A University/ Bachelor's degree in Data/Computer Science or exceptionally. A university degree may be substituted with the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest within SACT, that is, at least 2 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post. * Minimum of 2 years of work experience, in the field of Data Science, Data Analyst or similar role. * Demonstrate a working knowledge of at least 2 years in of requirements management tools (identify which tools). * Demonstrate 2 years knowledge of Capability Development and Management processes. * Experience involving the support to data focused operations, such experience should encompass at least 1 skill(s) listed: * Machine Learning (ML)/ AI knowledge * Large Language Models * Working knowledge of Computer System of Systems Architectures. * Experience with data science tools to support data analytics and data visualization. * Experience in Project Management and Agile methodologies. * Program Management experience within a complex and dynamic program environment. * Successful engagement with project users and stakeholders at NCIA. Clearance Requirement: * Active Secret clearance #CJ