Full-Time AI/ML Data Analyst

Ardent is seeking a mission-driven AI/ML Data Analyst to support data-driven initiatives at USCIS.

This role involves leveraging machine learning, predictive analytics, and data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI to uncover actionable insights and drive informed decision-making across government stakeholders.

This position requires a combination of technical expertise, data science acumen, and federal reporting experience to deliver scalable analytics solutions in support of agency goals.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Design, develop, and operationalize AI/ML models to support agency mission objectives, risk assessments, performance improvements, and fraud detection.
• Translate federal program data into meaningful insights through interactive dashboards using Tableau and Power BI.
• Partner with federal business owners, data stewards, and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver advanced analytics solutions.
• Leverage Python, R, and SQL to clean, transform, and analyze structured and unstructured data.
• Support the development of automated data pipelines and data visual storytelling aligned with agency KPIs and strategic plans.
• Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior government executives.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Data Strategy, privacy, Section 508, and security policies (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP).
• Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and demos.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of experience applying AI/ML techniques to real-world problems, ideally in a federal or public sector environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in Tableau and Power BI dashboard design and publishing.
• Strong proficiency in Python, R, and SQL for data analysis, modeling, and transformation.
• Experience working with large-scale federal datasets (e.g., CMS, VA, DoD, DHS, HHS).
• Familiarity with government reporting standards, data governance, and data security policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud-based analytics platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).
• Familiarity with MLOps or deploying models within secure, compliant environments.
• Certifications in Tableau, Power BI, or cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices in government projects.
• Working knowledge of Section 508 compliance and data accessibility standards.

All candidates must be willing to undergo the government-issued background investigation process.

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