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Anson McCade
Bristol
2 months ago
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Data Scientist - DV Cleared

Location: UK-Wide

Work Structure: Hybrid

Salary: Competitive Depending on Experience


We are supporting a leading innovation and transformation consultancy in their search for experienced DV-cleared Data Science Consultants. This organisation works at the intersection of strategy, technology and engineering, helping government, defence, security, aerospace and policing clients solve their most complex challenges.


If you love using advanced analytics to make real-world impact — and you hold active DV clearance — this is an opportunity to work on some of the most important and meaningful projects in the UK.


The Role

As a Data Science Consultant, you’ll work directly with secure clients to deliver advanced analytics, modelling and evidence-based insights. Your work will support critical national priorities, helping organisations anticipate threats, protect people and make smarter decisions.

This role offers UK-wide flexibility, with the autonomy to balance your diary while still supporting secure on-site needs.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct end-to-end data science and analytical modelling across the full lifecycle
  • Work with defence, security and government clients to translate complex problems into actionable solutions
  • Develop and deliver models in Python, SQL and related analytical tools
  • Produce insights that enable high-stakes, data-driven decision making
  • Work as part of multi-disciplinary teams of engineers, consultants, digital specialists and analysts
  • Support advanced analytics, operational research, big data and dashboarding deliveries
  • Present findings to non-technical stakeholders


Candidate Profile

  • Active DV clearance (essential)
  • Degree/Master’s/PhD in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Operational Research or similar
  • Strong experience in advanced analytics, modelling, or operational research
  • Skilled in Python, SQL and Excel
  • Experience within the Defence & Security sector
  • Ability to formulate problems, explore data, design and validate models
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Curious, analytical mindset with a passion for problem solving


What’s on Offer

  • Highly competitive salary packages
  • Flexibility to work UK-wide, with secure site engagement where required
  • Opportunity to work with world-class teams on nationally significant projects
  • Career development within a top-tier consultancy environment
  • Impactful work that genuinely contributes to UK safety and security


If this sounds like the next step in your career. Apply directly or send your up to date CV to to discuss further.


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