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Data Scientist (Mathematical Statistician)

Social Security Administration
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Help us fight fraud! SSA's Office of Program Integrity is searching for several new hires to help SSA detect and prevent fraud by performing data analysis and research using a variety of analytical techniques such as statistical modeling, machine learning, and/or geospatial analysis.

  • Designs, develops, and presents analytical models and methods for implementation, performs qualitative and quantitative analysis, and conducts research to support and further SSA’s program integrity initiatives.
  • Performs advanced mathematical analyses, including building and evaluating predictive models to: 1) detect and prevent fraud in the agency’s programs; 2) measure and/or enhance program performance; and 3) increase operational efficiencies
  • Develops, implements, and refines projects and mathematical/statistical studies of SSA programs and develops models to correct deficiencies or improve the efficiency of SSA's processes, operations, and...
  • [Cont'd]... systems related to administering the anti-fraud program.
  • Determines methods and approaches to gather and develop required data to complete studies.
  • Analyzes study findings, develops recommendations, and prepares and presents confidential in-depth reports and position papers to management officials regarding analyses of problems.
  • Participates in the development, construction, maintenance, and exploratory data analysis of large datasets as it applies to end product mathematical/statistical analyses.
  • Designs models and methodologies well suited to the analysis of generally stated problems, ascertaining and defining validity of problems and developing appropriate criteria for evaluation in order to...
  • [Cont'd]... achieve improved program operations and management systems.
  • Collaborates with other SSA components to assure valid construction of sampling, statistical, and questionnaire techniques; optimal timing; and consistent execution of studies.
  • Develops, reviews, and evaluates program integrity program management information. Applies best practices to develop and maintain reports on program integrity initiatives for executive-level audiences.