AI/ML Data Analyst

Summary

Join Ardent, a company committed to both impactful work and employee well-being, as an AI/ML Data Analyst. This remote position supports data-driven initiatives at USCIS, leveraging machine learning and data visualization tools. You will translate federal program data into actionable insights, partner with stakeholders, and develop scalable analytics solutions. The role demands technical expertise, data science acumen, and federal reporting experience. Ardent offers competitive benefits and professional development opportunities in a flexible and collaborative culture.

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

Responsibilities

• 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

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

Benefits

• Highly competitive benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• An exceptional culture that embraces flexibility
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Career growth