Kforce has a client in Alexandria, VA that is seeking a Data Scientist. Responsibilities: * The Data Scientist will be utilizing big data technologies and knowledge of data science models to analyze large amounts of data and create valuable insights * Finding and designing new approaches to handling, analyzing, and using large volumes of data sets * Exploring fundamental issues with data handling, search, and retention * Solving complex data and storage issues * Designing new software coding to improve data search processes * The Data Scientist will be designing, testing and validating the quality of the data and data processes * Analyzing and reporting results with actionable recommendations