Data Science & Strategic Communications SETA
Description
Ventus Executive Solutions is a dynamic small business at the forefront of innovation and consulting. We believe our employees’ success is integral to our mission, which is why we prioritize work-life balance, personal development, and fostering a sense of belonging. In addition to providing opportunities to thrive, we offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to attract and retain top talent ready to make a meaningful impact. As part of the Ventus Solutions team, you’ll collaborate with government and industry leaders to develop constructive architecture models that inform decision-making at the highest levels of the Department of Defense. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) we value curiosity, collaboration, and excellence, and we’re committed to supporting your professional growth through mentorship, career development, and a culture of continuous learning. Join a team where your ideas matter, your expertise drives impact, and your work advances the mission.
Ventus Executive Solutions is seeking a skilled Data Science and Strategic Communications SETA to support an innovative program. You will have a strong background in data science and experience applying analytical methods to complex, real-world problems related to messaging, influence, and U.S. foreign policy. You will support the development and management of new programs by evaluating technical concepts, assessing scientific merit, and synthesizing insights across interdisciplinary domains. Join our innovative team and contribute to impactful national security
Work Location: Onsite: Arlington, VA
Travel: Less than 10%
Clearance: TS/SCI required
Required Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
- 5+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or quantitative research roles.
- Strong foundation in statistics, causal modeling, or other core quantitative methods.
- Experience supporting program evaluation, data-driven decision-making, or applied research initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to assess technical concepts and communicate complex scientific ideas to diverse audiences.
- Strong technical writing, organizational, and coordination skills.
Desired Experience:
- Masters or PhD in relevant field.
- Experience supporting R&D organizations.
- Familiarity with U.S. foreign policy, strategic communications, or messaging campaigns.
- Background in computational social science, behavioral economics, sociology, anthropology, or communication theory.
- Experience applying data science methods to influence, messaging, or behavioral analysis.
- Experience reviewing or synthesizing scientific literature across multidisciplinary domains.
- Ability to identify emerging technologies and innovative research opportunities.
Ventus Executive Solutions provides our government and commercial clients with a range of professional and innovation services including: technology innovation acceleration, business consulting services, professional engineering and program oversight, and program and budget support. We support analysis and studies in a variety of areas including defense, energy and health care where we aid organizations in solving complex problems in new and innovative ways. We work with our clients to identify core issues and then put together a cost-effective world-class team to solve problems and enable our clients to create and seize opportunities. VES is a Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB).
Ventus Executive Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
To find out more about Ventus, visit our website: www.ventus-solutions.com