Senior Data Scientist

Description

Summary of the work Cyber Mission Data-Alpha(CMD-A) shall improve the quality of Defence data, through new data structures to enable data exploitation through Machine Learning and Data Science. CMD-A will facilitate the delivery of new Cyber Insights upon data currently held and identify information to assist decision making whilst saving resource effort through automation. Specialist role Developer Expected Contract Length 18 months Latest start date Tuesday 13 April 2021 Maximum Day Rate £850 per day MAX. (exclusive of VAT and inclusive of T&S) Who Speclialist Work With The Data Scientist will work within the multi-disciplined Cyber Mission Data Alpha team. This team consists of Authority Crown Servants, current contract supplier technical resource, and separately procured technical resource. The Cyber Mission Data Alpha team fits within the current construct of the Data as a Service function, which forms part of the wider Defence Cyber Operations. What Specialists Work On You’ll work within the Agile Delivery Model to: Increase data value through visualisation of Cyber data Work with the DCO Users to turn use cases into value added data visualisation to inform decision making Support the continual development of Automation, Orchestration and Machine Learning capabilities Manage a small team of data scientists Lead data mining and collection procedures Ensure data quality and integrity Interpret and analyse data problems Conceive, plan and prioritize data projects Build analytic systems and predictive models Test performance of data-driven products Visualize data and create reports Experiment with new models/techniques Align data projects with organizational goals Skills & Experience • Master’s in Computer Science/similar field with 5+ years’ experience in Data Scientist/similar role - or Bachelor’s in Computer Science/similar field with 7+ years’ experience in Data Scientist/similar role. (7%) • Solid understanding of machine learning (4%) • Knowledge of data management and visualization techniques (7%) • An ability for statistical analysis and predictive modelling (4%) • Good knowledge of R, Python and MATLAB (4%) • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (4%) • Strong organizational and leadership skills (2%) • Excellent communication skills (2%) • A business mindset (1%) • Applied maths, statistics, and scientific practices. Understand, teach and supervise a range of practices and can apply theory’s to practical situations. (5%) • Data engineering/manipulation. Experience building data pipelines at scale using a range of toolsets. Advise on data engineering practices, lead data exploration by identifying/setting best practice. Identify future innovation opportunities. (5%) • Data science innovation. You’re a leader in your organisation. Identify future areas of innovation and can show how it can be applied to your organisation and wider government. (5%) • Developing data science capability. Promote/monitor continuous professional development of your organisation. Develop knowledge of cutting-edge techniques and share this knowledge. Develop and support data science capability across the organisation. (5%) • Domain expertise. Create data products proportionate to business benefit/achieve significant impact. Present analysis/visualisations to communicate complex messages. Support the evolution of data governance/take responsibility for applying ethical frameworks. (5%) • Programming and build. Design, code, test, correct and document moderate-to-complex programs/scripts from agreed specifications, using agreed standards and tools. Collaborate with others to review specifications where appropriate. (5%) • Understanding product life cycle analysis. Understand, teach and supervise a wide range of analysis techniques. Help organisations create and learn from strategic insights. Apply innovative approaches to resolve problems. (5%) Nice to Haves • Previous experience working within a defence or intelligence environment • Previous experience working within a defensive cyber security environment • An existing portfolio with demonstrates aptitude and skills Work Location MOD Corsham / Working from home. Working Arrangments 5 days per week, either from MOD Corsham or working from home (to be agreed with the Authority). Security Clearance DV, although initially SC (must be held to start role) would be acceptable with the aim to acquire DV once onboarded. Sole UK nationality is required for this role. Additional T&Cs Off-payroll working rules apply (IR35 in-scope) No. of Specialists to Evaluate 3 Cultural Fit Criteria • work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers (1%) • be transparent and collaborative when making decisions (1%) • have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes (1%) • take responsibility for their work (1%) • share knowledge and experience with other team members (1%) Assessment Method Scenario or test Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 70% Cultural fit 5% Price 25% Questions from Suppliers 1. Is there a current incumbent? Cyber Mission Data is a new project being stood up, so technically there is no current incumbent however, this project does supersede a project which had a current incumbent within it. 2. Is there a current incumbent or preferred supplier for this role please? Cyber Mission Data is a new project being stood up, so technically there is no current incumbent however, this project does supersede a project which had a current incumbent within it. 3. Is there an incumbent in the role?Is it a Ltd company or a service partner?If incumbent is this a need/desire to replace? Cyber Mission Data is a new project being stood up, so technically there is no current incumbent however, this project does supersede a project which had a current incumbent within it. The question in relation to whether it is a Ltd company or a service partner is not understood. Please re-word and re-submit.Although Cyber Mission Data is superseding a project which is currently in place, CMD is an entirely new project with a different set of objectives, which warrant the Authority going out to market to ensure that we are getting the most suitable specialists for each role. 4. Is there an incumbent suppplier curently providing this role? Cyber Mission Data is a new project being stood up, and this is an entirely new role, so there is no current incumbent.