TL;DR

Data Science Specialist (Cybersecurity): Maturing the data science capability and delivering innovative solutions to protect critical customer platforms with an accent on data exploitation and building internal expertise. Focus on developing custom data models, intelligent algorithms, and AI solutions, pursuing new opportunities to utilize data science/machine learning for improved outcomes.

Location: Onsite (Office based 5 days per week) in Manchester, Ipswich, or Cheltenham. Must have lived in the UK for 10+ years to be eligible for DV Security Clearance.

Company

BT Group's Security Division is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure.

What you will do

  • Support the exploitation of data on critical customer platforms.
  • Mentor other Data Science & AI professionals, improving the team’s abilities.
  • Coordinate the development and implementation of custom data models, intelligent algorithms, and AI solutions to apply to data sets.
  • Pursue new opportunities to utilise data science/machine learning for improved outcomes.
  • Continuously develop and share knowledge on emerging trends and changes in machine learning and artificial intelligence.

Requirements

  • Data Analysis skills.
  • Programming and Scripting skills.
  • Understanding of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning and Statistical Analysis.
  • Strong skills with compiled and interpreted languages such as Python and Scala.
  • Understanding of graphs, Networks, time-series modelling, numerical algorithms and geospatial analytics.
  • You will need to be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance before starting this role.
  • You will need to have lived in the UK for 10+ years to be eligible.

Culture & Benefits

  • Competitive salary and 10% on-target bonus.
  • BT Pension scheme with minimum 5% employee contribution and 10% BT contribution.
  • 25 days annual leave, increasing with service.
  • Flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, and season ticket loan.
  • World-class training and development opportunities.