About Agile Defense At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests. Requisition #: 1706 Job Title: Data Science & Analytics Technical Lead Location: Tampa, FL Clearance Level: Top Secret / SCI, Must Have Clearance to Start JOB DESCRIPTION The contractor shall identify a Data Science & Analytics Technical Lead by name who shall drive the strategic integration of advanced analytics capabilities across the SOF enterprise. This leadership role is centered on applying scientific methods, algorithms, and systems to transform vast quantities of both structured and unstructured data into actionalble insights and essential knowledge for the Head Quarters (HQ) Staff, Service Components, and TSOCs. Job Duties: * Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex machine learning models, statistical analysis, and data mining techniques to solve advanced business problems. * Build and improve predictive models for customer behavior, churn prediction, demand forecasting, and other business-critical areas. * Conduct advanced exploratory data analysis (EDA) to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights from structured and unstructured data sources. * Develop and implement algorithms for classification, regression, clustering, natural language processing (NLP), and recommendation systems. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineering, product, and business teams, to define data science objectives and translate them into actionable projects. Communicate technical results, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels, ensuring data-driven strategies are clearly understood and actionable. * Lead efforts in feature engineering, hyperparameter tuning, and model validation to ensure high model accuracy, performance, and robustness. Evaluate and apply cutting-edge machine learning frameworks, tools, and techniques to optimize workflows and drive innovation. * Mentor junior data scientists, providing technical guidance and promoting best practices in data science and machine learning. * Work with data engineers to ensure clean, accurate, and accessible data pipelines, ensuring efficient deployment of data products and models. EDUCATION AND BACKGROUND * Typically has a Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field (masters degree or PhD strongly preferred)., and 5+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related role, with a track record of leading successful data science projects., or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g., each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE 5+ years REQUIRED SKILLS * The contractor shall identify a Data Science & Analytics Technical Lead by name who shall drive the strategic integration of advanced analytics capabilities across the SOF enterprise. This leadership role is centered on applying scientific methods, algorithms, and systems to transform vast quantities of both structured and unstructured data into actionable insights and essential knowledge for the Head Quarters (HQ) Staff, Service Components, and TSOCs. * Have active active TS/SCI clearance PREFERRED SKILLS * Five years of experience working in SOF analytical support * Three years experience centrally managing distributed data support teams in SOF organizations HQ echelon * Three years experience with SOF digital capabilities * Three years experience with SOF HQ elements, SOF Service Components HQs, and SOF Theater Special Operations Command WORKING CONDITIONS General Office Environment Our Core Values Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are. * Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. * Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. * Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. * Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. * Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. * Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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