Computer Scientist - FBI HTOCU Support (Anticipated)

Company: Navanti Group
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

DEVELOP YOUR CAREER
Navanti Group is a young company with significant growth potential, and we offer rapid advancement for those who excel. The success of our company lies in the quality of our people, which is why we will work hard to foster your talents and develop your career.Do really interesting work
Work on innovative projects in international security, countering radicalization, new media, and business development.Have a voice
We eschew traditional hierarchies because they stunt potential. We believe everyone has unique value to add regardless of age or title. We celebrate great ideas that can help our clients meet their objectives, and so we have institutionalized the practice of idea-sharing and development at all levels.We honor drive and excellence
Our meritocratic system provides great rewards to those who excel and drive the business.Be creative
We encourage fresh thinking because that's what drives innovation in our field.Interested in applying for a position, but don't see one that fits right now? Submit your resume for future consideration here .Navanti provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, handicap, disability, or status as a Veteran. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form and take measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant. We have a zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment, exploitation, and/or abuse of power.If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under US law, please click here .Computer Scientist - FBI HTOCU Support (Anticipated)Project/Team: FBI Hi-Tech Organized Crime Unit (HTOCU) SupportLocation: FBI Headquarters (Washington, DC)Employment Type: Full-Time (1920 hours/year)Number of Vacancies: 1Period of Performance: 07/22/2025 - 07/21/2026, with four 1-year option periodsClearance Required: Top Secret with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph*Note: This position has not yet been funded. We are currently soliciting resumes from interested candidates in anticipation of contract award.Background:Navanti is seeking a technically skilled and mission-oriented Computer Scientist to support the FBI's Hi-Tech Organized Crime Unit (HTOCU) at FBI Headquarters. This role directly contributes to high-stakes national security and criminal investigations by enabling advanced analytics and technical infrastructure critical to digital crime enforcement.The selected candidate will be a core contributor to two investigative teams: the Joint Criminal Opioid and Darknet Enforcement (JCODE) Team and the Mobile Encrypted Networks and Communications Exploitation (MENACE) Team. These units combat emerging threats through deep data analysis, technical innovation, and interagency collaboration. This position is central to supporting FBI capabilities in confronting encrypted communications, darknet activities, and cyber-enabled organized crime.All work will be performed onsite at FBI Headquarters and requires an active Top Secret clearance with CI Polygraph.Core Responsibilities:

• Build, maintain, and deploy analytic systems to process, manage, and visualize large datasets from a range of investigative sources.
• Provide technical support for complex investigative programs focused on darknet activities and encrypted communications.
• Evaluate and recommend infrastructure improvements for analytic and visualization tools.
• Work with distributed development environments and tools, including version control (Git), databases, and cloud platforms.
• Present technical findings and demonstrate developed tools to FBI stakeholders and mission partners.Technical Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience developing analytic tools in a data-driven or intelligence environment.
  • Proficiency in:
    • Java (2+ years)
    • AWS (1+ year)
    • Linux operating systems
    • Database management systems
    • Git and version control workflows
    • Active TS clearance with CI polygraph is required.Preferred Qualifications:
      • Experience deploying containerized applications and managing orchestration with Kubernetes or similar frameworks.
      • Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, or AWS Cloud Practitioner.
      • Familiarity with cloud-native development practices and security-conscious architecture design.
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