IT Specialist (Data Management)

Quick Facts

• Role: IT Specialist (Data Management)

• Primary focus: data infrastructure architecture, security, and lifecycle management

Description

As the primary technical expert and systems administrator, you will design, build, and maintain a primarily Windows-based data infrastructure. The role covers high-availability Microsoft SQL database administration, enterprise file storage management, and backup/disaster recovery with data retention aligned to DoD/DMEA guidelines and COOP.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Windows systems with DoD compliance, including patches and updates; coordinate with cybersecurity on compliance, incidents, and investigations

• Create recommendations for system upgrades, updates, and enhancements

• Design, build, and maintain a high-availability Microsoft SQL database environment to meet stated SLAs

• Design, build, and maintain enterprise-level file storage management systems

• Design, build, and maintain test backup and recovery systems to meet DoD/DMEA guidelines, including COOP, and ensure adherence to data retention requirements

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Suitability for federal employment based on required background investigation

• Obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

• Obtain and maintain DoD 8140/DoD 8570-M baseline certification appropriate for the position’s IAM/IAT level (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE)

• Obtain and maintain a recognized computing environment certification for the primary operating system managed (e.g., Windows Server OS certification or Microsoft equivalent)

• Hold or obtain Cyber Workforce roles (intermediate level): Database Administrator (421), System Administrator (451), and IT Project Manager (802)

• DAWIA Engineering and Technical Management, Foundational level certification within required timeframes (within 24 months after entry)

• Specialized experience equivalent to NH-02 (GS-11 equivalent), including Windows Server administration and building/maintaining Microsoft SQL cluster, enterprise data storage, and enterprise backup systems

Benefits

A federal career provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the type of position held (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).