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How much do contingent worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for contingent worker in Washington is $26.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.70 and $30.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contingent worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contingent Worker, you need adaptability, time management, and relevant job-specific skills, often supported by prior experience or specialized training. Familiarity with project management tools, communication platforms, and digital collaboration systems is typically expected. Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation, and the ability to quickly integrate into new teams distinguish top performers. These abilities are crucial for meeting shifting organizational needs and delivering value in temporary or project-based roles.

What is a contingent worker?

Contingent workers are individuals who are hired by a company on a non-permanent or temporary basis. They may work as freelancers, contractors, consultants, or through staffing agencies, typically for a specific project or duration rather than as full-time employees. Contingent workers are not usually eligible for company benefits, such as health insurance or paid time off, and often have more flexible work arrangements. Businesses often use contingent workers to address short-term needs, manage project-based workloads, or access specialized skills. This workforce segment is growing as companies seek to remain agile and cost-effective.

What are some unique challenges faced by contingent workers compared to full-time employees?

Contingent workers often face challenges such as limited access to company benefits, less job security, and a need to quickly adapt to different work environments. They may also need to manage multiple assignments or contracts simultaneously, requiring strong organizational skills. Building relationships within teams can be more challenging since contingent workers might not always be integrated into the company culture as deeply as full-time staff, but effective communication and proactive engagement can help bridge this gap.

What is the difference between Contingent Worker vs Temporary Employee?

AspectContingent WorkerTemporary Employee
CredentialsVaries; often no specific credentials requiredTypically no specific credentials required
Work EnvironmentOften project-based or short-term assignmentsUsually assigned to specific roles for limited periods
Employer UsageHired through staffing agencies or directly for specific tasksHired directly or through staffing agencies for temporary needs

Contingent workers and temporary employees both work on short-term basis, but contingent workers may include freelancers or independent contractors, while temporary employees are usually hired through staffing agencies for specific periods. Both are used to meet fluctuating business needs without long-term commitments.

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Infographic showing various Contingent Worker job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,605 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Data Engineer/Scientist (Contingent)

Sphinx LLC

Springfield, VA • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Data Engineer/Scientist (Contingent)

Location: On-Site – Springfield, VA

Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI w/ CI Polygraph

Salary Range: Relevant to experience


ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Data Engineer/Scientist supporting counterintelligence operations for a national-level Intelligence Community customer, you'll combine deep data engineering skill with applied data science, designing the infrastructure that powers CI analytical workflows and applying advanced modeling to classified datasets in a mission-critical environment. This is a hands-on role where the systems you build directly enable technical security and counterintelligence outcomes.


WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure supporting counterintelligence and technical security analytical workflows
  • Develop and deploy machine learning models and advanced analytics against complex, high-sensitivity datasets
  • Apply statistical modeling and data science techniques to classified data to surface actionable insight
  • Maintain and optimize database systems within accredited classified environments
  • Partner with analysts and mission stakeholders to translate operational questions into technical solutions


Please note this position is contingent upon contract award. Start Date TBD.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with a current CI Polygraph (within the last 5 years)
  • U.S. Citizenship (required for clearance eligibility)
  • BS in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field
  • 8+ years of data engineering and/or data science experience
  • Demonstrated experience in ML model development and data pipeline design (e.g., Airflow, Spark)
  • Prior experience working in DoD or Intelligence Community classified environments
  • DoD 8140 compliant — CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent) required


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Data science experience supporting the GEOINT or broader Intelligence Community mission
  • Deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
  • Big data technologies (Hadoop, Kafka, Elasticsearch)
  • NLP and text analytics applied to large document collections
  • Geospatial data processing and analysis


ABOUT SPHINX

Sphinx is a mission-focused intelligence, counterintelligence, and cyber solutions firm founded in 2018 by professionals from the Special Operations, Intelligence, and Cyber Warfare communities. We partner with Defense, Intelligence, and Commercial clients to deliver exceptional personnel and transformative mission capabilities that advance complex, multi-domain intelligence and security missions. As a small business, Sphinx offers direct mission impact, technical leadership opportunities, and an operator-driven culture that larger companies cannot match.


WHAT SPHINX OFFERS

  • Career Growth: Sphinx's Level-Up Employee Advancement and Performance (LEAP) Program provides structured career progression tied to technical certification achievement, mission performance, and leadership cultivation.
  • Compensation: Market-benchmarked salary against the cleared workforce ecosystem with annual reviews calibrated to TS/SCI and CI/FSP market dynamics.
  • Solution-Focused Culture: Sphinx prioritizes direct leadership access and promotes a Be-Know-Do culture where experienced professionals are empowered to propose and implement solutions that contribute directly high-consequence mission outcomes.


BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS

We offer a competitive benefits package to include a 401K with corporate match, company paid health, vision, dental, disability, and other insurance options. Sphinx also offers a variety of incentives and opportunities to support the development and well-being of our personnel.


WHY Choose SPHINX?

Sphinx combines large business impact with small team collaboration. At Sphinx, we don't manage bureaucracy. We lead from a position of technical strength by delivering solutions that drive a measurable impact on every high-consequence mission we support.


Sphinx LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.