Analyst-Senior at FIBERTEK, INC. – Adelphi, Maryland

ARL Maryland - Adelphi, MD 20783 US (Primary)

The Security Data Scientist provides comprehensive data science, analytical, and strategic support to ASAALT in execution of mission-critical security and due diligence functions. This role is responsible for leading end-to-end analytical efforts that enable data-driven decision-making across the organization, with a focus on identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks across the Army’s acquisition and SBIR portfolio.

The position applies advanced data science techniques, including machine learning, statistical analysis, and data engineering, to transform complex, multi-source datasets into actionable insights for senior leadership. The candidate will support proactive threat identification, compliance monitoring, and risk assessment activities while ensuring alignment with federal regulations and Army policies.

This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders, including legal, IT, acquisition, and security personnel, to design and implement scalable data solutions that enhance mission effectiveness and protect sensitive information.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models for anomaly detection to identify potential security threats, fraud, insider risks, and irregular patterns across large datasets
• Establish behavioral and operational baselines to differentiate normal activity from suspicious deviations
• Automate threat detection processes to enable proactive identification of risks, including advanced persistent threats and unauthorized data exfiltration
• Conduct due diligence assessments on vendors, contractors, and partners, including evaluation of foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI) risks
• Perform data-driven customer threat assessments to evaluate eligibility and risk profiles in accordance with security and clearance requirements
• Lead end-to-end data analytics projects, including data collection, cleansing, integration, modeling, and validation across disparate government systems
• Input, manage, and maintain sensitive data within specialized government databases and threat intelligence systems
• Audit datasets and processes to ensure compliance with applicable federal standards, including NIST, FedRAMP, and Army security policies
• Implement data governance and protection measures, including access controls, anonymization, and secure handling of sensitive information
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations using tools such as Power BI or Tableau to communicate complex findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data strategies with mission priorities and acquisition objectives
• Provide technical recommendations and decision support to leadership regarding risks, trends, and opportunities across programs and technologies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field
• Experience with data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling techniques
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Experience working with large, complex datasets and building data pipelines (ETL processes)
• Familiarity with data governance, compliance frameworks, and cybersecurity principles
• Ability to communicate complex analytical findings clearly to senior stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to operate in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment