Senior Data Mining and Analytics Engineer (Security Clearance Required) - Remote work - Local DC Metro or FL

REMOTEPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from ICF

• Job overview

  The Senior Data Mining and Analytics Engineer at ICF supports federal cybersecurity programs by developing analytic solutions to understand cyber threats and improve defenses.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves designing and sustaining large-scale analytic platforms, managing system teams, transitioning services, data acquisition and transformation, custom data modeling, assessing data sources, monitoring model performance, and communicating results to non-technical stakeholders.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary range is $107,936 to $183,491 annually, with pay determined by experience, skills, certifications, location, and contract specifics; benefits include equal opportunity employment, reasonable accommodations, and a commitment to workplace fairness.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have an active security clearance, US citizenship, a bachelor's or master's degree with extensive experience in computer science or related fields, advanced knowledge of cyber threats, and experience in data modeling and analysis; preferred skills include programming, database querying, cloud certifications, and cybersecurity certifications.

• Career development

  The position offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies, contribute to important federal projects, and build a career within a global advisory and technology services company.

• Work environment and culture

  ICF promotes an inclusive, collaborative, and equal opportunity work environment that supports personal and professional growth and provides accommodations for diverse needs.

• Company information

  ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider focused on solving complex challenges through expertise and technology, emphasizing innovation and client impact.

• Team overview

  The candidate will work closely with the Analytics Research team and collaborate with engineering, product teams, and clients to develop and implement analytic capabilities.

• Job location and travel

  This is a remote role with occasional meetings in Arlington, VA, Pensacola, FL, or the Washington, DC metro area, supporting telework with some onsite presence.

• Unique job features

  The job requires an active security clearance, involves working on federal cybersecurity analytics, and includes a policy restricting AI use during interviews to ensure fairness, with accommodations available upon request.

Company overview

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company that provides professional services and technology solutions across various sectors, including energy, environment, public health, and social programs. They generate revenue through consulting fees, project management, and technology implementation services. Founded in 1969, ICF has a rich history of supporting government and commercial clients with data-driven insights and innovative solutions to complex challenges. Their work often involves leveraging advanced analytics and digital technologies to drive impactful results for clients worldwide.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to emphasize your extensive experience in data mining, analytics engineering, and cyber security, highlighting your ability to develop analytic solutions and work with large-scale distributed systems as described in the job posting.

• Focus on showcasing your skills in data modeling, programming languages like Python or R, experience with computational notebooks such as Jupyter or Zeppelin, and familiarity with cyber threats and security clearances, as these are critical for this role at ICF.

• Apply through multiple platforms including ICF's official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure your resume reaches the right recruiters.

• Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in ICF’s cybersecurity or analytics divisions; use ice breakers like commenting on recent ICF cyber analytic projects, or asking about the integration of emerging technologies in their analytics platforms to start meaningful conversations.

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