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Valiant Solutions

Data Science & Machine Learning Engineer

Valiant Solutions, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102

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Position Description

Valiant Solutions is seeking a Data Science & Machine Learning Engineer to join our rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team! This is your opportunity to join a team of Engineers managing a large Cybersecurity big data platform to detect threats and protect critical government systems. As a DSML Engineer, you will work with a petabyte‑scale data lake in an Elasticsearch‑based big data environment to build machine learning models and rules, analyze data, and build visualizations to detect security anomalies. You’ll join an existing security development team with our large government client and will work hands‑on in developing code and using GUI‑based tools to analyze and visualize data. This is an exciting position helping us grow our clients’ capabilities to stay ahead of adversaries.

The successful candidate will have experience with the theory behind Machine Learning and its practical application to Cybersecurity use cases, will have trained various machine learning models for anomaly detection, and will bring experience preparing data feeds for Machine Learning. Additionally, the candidate will have experience analyzing data and building visualizations to provide a lens for anomaly detection and trend analysis.

Named one of the Best Places to Work in the Washington DC area for 11 consecutive years, Valiant is proud of our employee‑centric culture and commitment to excellence. If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now!

Remote Work

This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work necessitates a high level of trust in our employees and we strictly adhere to the details found in our Remote Work Policy.

Qualifications

5 years of experience in Data Science

2+ years of experience developing using Python

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Security Engineering, System Administration (or related field) or three additional years of IT experience.

Experience working with business intelligence tools such as PowerBI or Tableau

Experience preferred with SIEM tools such as Elastic Stack or Splunk

Experience preparing datasets for Machine Learning and generating ML models

Strong mathematics skills (e.g., statistics, algebra)

Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Kafka, or Spark

Advanced ability to perform exploratory data analysis

Demonstrated knowledge of security concepts and best security practices is preferred

Exceptional technical writing skills

Ability to communicate complex data in a simple, actionable way

Ability to visualize data in the most effective way possible for a given project

Analytical and problem‑solving skills

Experience with machine learning and AI

Familiarity with data management tools

Excellent attention to detail

Proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt quickly to changing and multiple priorities

Energetic and forward‑thinking with high ethical standards

A team player, trustworthy, and willing to share information

Responsibilities

Lead analysis efforts in petabyte‑scale clusters of security data

Instruct agency leadership on machine learning program efforts and direction

Prepare data streams for Machine Learning use cases, writing parsing logic, and indexing data as needed

Develop custom Machine Learning models using AWS services (e.g., Sage Maker) or equivalent open‑source tools, and develop ML rules using COTS products

Develop data visualizations using a data visualization tool and learn new Kibana visualization capabilities such as Vega

Collaborate with Cybersecurity analysts and other developers to solve threat monitoring problems and improve our client’s security posture

Develop DSML strategy and procedure to detect anomalies in all layers of a large internet‑facing application

Develop and configure anomaly alerting logic

Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule

About Valiant Solutions

Valiant Solutions is a security‑focused IT solutions provider with public clients nationwide. Named one of the fastest growing privately held companies by Inc. 5000, Washington Technology’s Fast 50, and Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in the D.C. area, we pride ourselves on providing employees with great benefits and career development opportunities. We are growing rapidly and building the team that will take us to the next level. We seek people whose talents and accomplishments will contribute to a thriving company, who have the character to support their capacity, and can make a positive impact on our culture.

Benefits Snapshot

Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full‑time Employees

Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents

100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full‑time Employees

100% Paid Certifications

401K Matching up to 4%

Paid Time Off

Paid Federal Holidays

Paid Time On – 40 hours to pursue innovation

Wellness & Fitness Program

Valiant University – Online Education and Training Portal

Reimbursement for Public Transit and Parking

FSA programs for Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking

Referral Bonuses

Salary

The salary range for this position is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. It has been benchmarked in relation to the scope of the role, market rate, and internal equity. The salary for this role is expected to be in the $140,000 - $155,000 range. Where a candidate falls within the band can be determined based on skillset, experience level, achievements, education, geographic location, security clearance, involvement in corporate tasks, and other non‑discriminatory factors. In addition to the base salary, this role will include benefits as described above. Valiant reserves the right to adjust the salary range, experience requirements, and position responsibilities at any time without prior notice.

Remote Work Policy

Remote work necessitates a high level of trust in our employees. All employees who telecommute are expected to have a quiet and distraction‑free workspace with adequate internet, dedicate their full attention and availability to their job duties during working hours, and maintain a schedule during core business hours that align with those of their coworkers and Valiant’s clients. Cameras are encouraged and may be required during virtual video conferences. All Valiant employees must disclose any current or future outside employment engagements and obtain written approval. Employees may not solicit or conduct any outside business during core business hours.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valiant Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable law.

Physical Demands

Sitting or standing at a desk for prolonged periods of time and consistent operation of a computer. Frequent communication and exchanging of accurate information via electronic communication, phones, and in person. Occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information

By submitting your resume for this position, you authorize Valiant Solutions to share your resume and personal information contained therein with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education, and experience. Should Valiant Solutions or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre‑employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related documents.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology

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