Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Systems Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Documentations, Engineering Data Management, Information Technology Security, Systems Engineering, Team Collaboration

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

We are GDIT. We stay at the forefront of innovation to solve complex technical challenges.

GDIT is your place. Make it your own by discovering new ways to apply the latest technologies securely and expertly. Own your opportunity at GDIT and you’ll be a meaningful part of improving how agencies operate.  The Data Systems Engineer, is responsible for designing, managing, and administering data infrastructure to extract and organize data in support of the Army National Guard (ARNG). This position is in direct support to the ARNG’s Enterprise Architecture Branch (EAB) under the Guard Enterprise Cyber Operations Support (GECOS) program and requires someone with a current and active Secret clearance.

GECOS is a Cybersecurity and IT Service Management (ITSM) contract in support of the operation, protection, modernization, expansion, and further evolution of the ARNG’s global Information Technology (IT) services including networking, compute, storage, infrastructure, applications, hosting, and program management services. The GECOS program supports the ARNG enterprise IT infrastructure, its Wide Area Network (WAN), authentication and directory services, cybersecurity, application hosting, and associated services in accordance with best practices and in accordance with Army, DISA, and DoD policies, initiatives, and directives. GECOS uses ITIL best practices framework as the basis for its ITSM model.

To be successful in this position you need to be collaborative and willing to work within a team. While you will need to be a self-starter completing tasks on your own, working together is critical in this role. You will be interfacing with the client and senior staff. Therefore, you should be articulate in your communications because your opinion matters. You will need to explain technical intricacies in a way that is easily understood.

HOW THE DATA ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

Collaborate with ARNG Department Heads, development teams, business users, and IT operations to determine data storage and organizational needs to create and maintain data infrastructure for the Directorate, Offices of Primary Responsibility (OPRs), the National Guard Bureau (NGB) and the 54 States and Territories

Develop and implement security policies and procedures and systems and services to protect data and applications

Assist in identifying ARNG Enterprise internal and external data sources

Determine requirements and identify installation solutions for new databases

Monitor system performance and identify areas for improvement in current systems

Design modeling tools, spreadsheets, status dashboards, flowcharts, and other types of presentations and / or tools

Coordinate with other team members to reach project milestones and deadlines

Audit databases regularly to maintain quality

Ability to analyze and present statistical information

Create and maintain documentation, to include manuals, training materials, technical specifications, design reports, etc

Ensure data integrity – accurate, complete, consistent, and valid throughout life cycle

Ensure data and infrastructure is accessible, secure, and readily available to other stakeholders when needed

Collaborate to interpret, communicate, implement, organize, and maintain both AS-IS and TO-BE infrastructure diagrams

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering or relevant field with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience

Required Experience: 

Modeling tools, examples include: Visio, Magic Draw, Cameo, ARIS / EKR, etc

Data Management and Visualization software and tools, examples include: Advana, matplotlib, ggplot, d3.js., Tableau, etc

Machine learning methods, examples include: k-Nearest Neighbors, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests, etc

Familiarity with SharePoint, MS Teams, Azure, and other Microsoft technologies

Proficiency in handling imperfections in data

Desired Experience:

Knowledge of Power Platform architecture and best practices

Administering, configuring, and customizing Power Platform, including PowerApps, Power Automate, Power BI, and related components

Knowledge of Vantage platform and Gabriel Nimbus system

Familiarity with ITIL and ServiceNow

Certifications:

Ability to obtain appropriate certifications to achieve a minimum of a DoD IAT Level II (Sec+ or equivalent) within 60 days of start date

Ability to obtain ITIL v4 Foundation within 6 months of start date

When 8140 requirements are implemented on program/contract, employee will need to conform to 8140 certification standards.

Clearance Level Requirements:

Must have a minimum of an active Secret clearance at time of interview and candidate must maintain active clearance.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Superb and effective technical, communication, collaboration, and customer engagement skills; strong ability to multi-task, problem solve, and take initiative; attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Location:

On Customer Site (Arlington & Falls Church, VA).

Three (3) days onsite with up to two (2) days telework. Onboarding/transition in period requires on-site support up to 60 days (must completely in-process with all credentials, accounts, access, and understanding of role and responsibilities before telework allowed). GECOS work schedules are subject to change on direction by mission requirements from GDIT or USG leadership.  

Hours and days TBD upon hire. 

Travel: Up to 10% possible

The likely salary range for this position is $131,750 - $178,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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, or any other protected class.