Expert Exploitation Specialist / Data Scientist with Security Clearance

About the Role: Culmen International is hiring Expert Exploitation Specialist/Data Scientists to provide support on-site at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) in Arnold, MO. The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) expects to deliver AOS Metadata Cataloging and Management Services to enhance product and asset management of content enabling rapid creation of discoverable, modular, web enabled, and visually enriched Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) products for intelligence producers in NGA, across the National System for Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG). TALENT PIPELINE - Qualified applicants will be contacted as soon as funding for this position is secured. What You'll Do in Your New Role: The Data Scientist will coordinate with our clients to understand questions and issues involving the client’s datasets, then determine the best method and approach to create data-driven solutions within program guidelines. This position will be relied upon as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), and be expected to lead/assist in the development of automated processes, architect data science solutions, automated workflows, conduct analysis, use available tools to analyze data, remain adaptable to mission requirements, and identify patterns to help solve some of the complex problems that face the DoD and Intelligence Community (IC). Work with large structured / unstructured data in a modeling and analytical environment to define and create streamline processes in the evaluation of unique datasets and solve challenging intelligence issues Work with Customer Stakeholders, Program Managers, and Product Owners to translate road map features into components/tasks, estimate timelines, identify resources, suggest solutions, and recognize possible risks Use exploratory data analysis techniques to identify meaningful relationships, patterns, or trends from complex data Combine applied mathematics, programming skills, analytical techniques, and data to provide impactful insights for decision makers Research and implement optimization models, strategies, and methods to inform data management activities and analysis Apply big data analytic tools to large, diverse sets of data to deliver impactful insights and assessments Conduct peer reviews to improve quality of workflows, procedures, and methodologies Help build high-performing teams; BS in related Field with Graduate level work Expert proficiency in Python and other programming languages applicable to automation development. Advanced experience with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes for geospatial data Expertise in integrating disparate systems through APl development and implementation Knowledge of NGA's Foundation GEOINT products, data types, and delivery methods Demonstrated experience with database design, implementation, and optimization Experience with digital media generation systems and automated content delivery platforms Expertise in data quality assurance and validation methodologies Experience with geospatial data processing, transformation, and delivery automation Proficiency with ArcGIS tools, GEODEC and ACCORD software systems Experience writing technical documentation including SOPS,CONOPS, and system design Desired Qualifications: Certification(s) in relevant automation technologies or programming languages Experience with DevOps practices and C/CD implementation Knowledge of cloud-based automation solutions and their implementation in - government environments Experience with machine learning applications for GEOINT Workflow optimization Expertise in data analytics and visualization for workflow performance metrics Knowledge of secure coding practices and cybersecurity principles Demonstrated expertise in digital transformation initiatives Background in agile development methodologies Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of the premiums paid by the company for all eligible employees and their eligible dependents (including same or opposite sex domestic partners) 401k – Vested immediately and 4% match Life insurance and disability paid by the company Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education 12 Paid Holidays To learn more about Culmen International, please visit

At Culmen International, we are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace that upholds the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Our commitment to these principles is unwavering across all our operations worldwide. TALENT PIPELINE - Qualified applicants will be contacted as soon as funding for this position is secured!