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DATA SCIENTIST

Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations

Department of the Navy

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Location

Salary

$131,310 - $170,708

per year

Closes

March 24, 2026

GS-13 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves working as a senior data expert in the US Indo-Pacific Command, where you'll analyze large amounts of complex data to help improve military operations and decision-making.

You'll lead teams, create data tools and frameworks, and advise leaders on using data effectively.

It's a great fit for experienced professionals with strong analytical skills who enjoy guiding others and solving big-picture problems in a government setting.

Key Requirements

  • At least one year of specialized experience as a Data Scientist at GS-13 level or equivalent
  • Proficiency in data analysis, mathematics, statistical analysis, modeling, and simulation
  • Experience working with large and complex datasets using macros and pivot tables
  • Ability to design and deliver data development frameworks
  • Skilled in data integration services and visualization tools
  • Leadership in overseeing project teams and providing guidance to data specialists
  • Knowledge of data governance and ability to develop recommendations for improvements

Full Job Description

You will serve as a Data Scientist in the Command Data Office (CDO) of HEADQUARTERS US INDO-PACIFIC COMMAND.

In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of Data Scientist experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Applying a broad range of data analysis, mathematics, statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, or other scientific concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, practices, and procedures; 2) Working with large and complex data sets to perform extensive analysis of volumes of data through macros and pivot tables; 3) Designing and delivering frameworks to facilitate data development; 4) Using various data integration services and data visualization tools to accurately represent data.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/data-science-series-1560/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:

  • You will serve as a senior authoritative source on tasks requiring analytical techniques to analyze complex data relationships, identify innovative ideas, and develop objective evaluation criteria.
  • You will oversee and lead multiple project teams and professional data specialists across INDOPACOM by providing broad oversight and guidance.
  • You will develop thoughtful recommendations for implementing solutions to strengthen the INDOPACOM's overall data governance.
  • You will analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of an organization based on data findings to improve operations.
  • You will advise senior leaders and staff on the proper tools and formats for analyzing data for mission management.
  • You will develop training, marketing, and other tools as a means of increasing knowledge of data management and data analysis within the INDOPACOM community
  • You will provide advice and counseling to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/20/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/20/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: ST-12912633-26-MAJ