Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Artificial Intelligence

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics

Certifications:

None

Experience:

7 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead Data Scientist to serve as the Task Lead in support of the STRATCOM Command Information Technology Leadership Support (SCITLS) contract. This individual will provide strategic direction and technical leadership across advanced data science, AI/ML, quantum computing, and database initiatives aligned with USSTRATCOM’s mission priorities.

As Task Lead, you will manage a multidisciplinary team and lead the development, experimentation, and deployment of advanced analytics capabilities within a secure and high-impact defense environment. You will also serve as the technical authority for integrating emerging technologies into the Command’s enterprise.

HOW a Lead Data Scientist/AI Machine Learning Lead will make an IMPACT:

• Enterprise Database Management: Direct design, integration, and performance optimization of Command-wide database environments.
• Data and AI Services: Lead AI/ML development lifecycles, ensuring responsible AI principles and secure, scalable deployment.
• Command Lab Environment (CLE): Oversee agile experimentation and prototyping for AI, ML, and data science innovation.
• Enterprise Data Science (EDS): Manage Command-wide data science strategy, including predictive analytics and KPI modeling.
• Quantum Computing: Guide R&D and feasibility studies in quantum algorithms and their applicability to Command objectives.

Leadership & Strategic Direction

• Lead a team of data scientists, ML engineers, big data specialists, and software engineers.
• Establish and execute the Command’s strategic vision for AI and data science adoption.
• Define technical architecture and ensure alignment with mission objectives and compliance frameworks.
• Mentor and grow talent across the data science workforce.

Advanced Analytics & Modeling

• Develop predictive models, NLP algorithms, and time-series analytics.
• Drive research in emerging methods including reinforcement learning, unsupervised learning, and dimensionality reduction.
• Interpret performance metrics and operational data to guide Command decisions.

Operational Integration & Collaboration

• Partner with engineers and developers to integrate solutions into secure DoD infrastructure.
• Deliver insights to mission leaders using advanced visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau, D3).
• Ensure version control, reproducibility, and documentation using Git-based workflows.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in data science, AI/ML, or advanced analytics roles.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, and open-source machine learning frameworks.
• Demonstrated success managing technical teams and large-scale analytics projects.
• Familiarity with big data platforms and tools (e.g., Spark, Hadoop, H2O.ai).
• Strong communication skills and ability to brief senior leadership.
• DoD 8140 qualified

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in a STEM discipline.
• Experience with quantum computing concepts or pilot projects.
• Exposure to DoD environments, mission-driven data, or classified workflows.
• Experience with Database schema design and ERD tools such as Erwin Data Modeler, SparxEA, and Oracle SQL Developer
• Experience with data pipelines, MLOps, and containerized deployments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Working knowledge of tools like GitHub, Rancher, or enterprise analytics stacks.

*Relocation may be available

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

#SCITLS

The likely salary range for this position is $166,280 - $224,968. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA NE Offutt AFB

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans