Data Architect - Soft Tech Consulting

UNITED STATES CITIZENS

MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE
WORK LOCATION HYBRID WITH CLIENT LOCATION IN THE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION

Soft Tech Consulting is seeking a highly motivated, self-directed individual to fill the role of Data Architect for one of our government clients. The Data Architect will provide technical expertise regarding data dictionaries, catalogues, and ontologies to guide the design and interface of systems, including but not limited to Shared Situational Awareness, to improve information sharing, data management, and data usability across platforms.  The Data Architect will be required to identify data inputs leveraging available data sources, manipulate and map data and interfaces, generate output, provide completely legible documentation in a Government-approved format (including fit-for-purpose DoDAF products), and verify results for accuracy.  The Data Architect will research and develop policy or whitepapers that support plans and projects for data activities.  Expertise will need to include structured problem solving, functional and mission level analysis, and an understanding of DoD, Army, and Air Force data strategies, technologies, tools, techniques, and procedures.

The selected individual will join a collaborative team environment where they will provide support and expertise toward the successful delivery of the project deliverables. Key to the success of this position is the effective communication to all levels of staff for reporting project status. The place of performance for this contract is in Arlington, VA.

• Provide technical expertise regarding data dictionaries, catalogues, and ontologies to guide the design and interface of systems, including but not limited to Shared Situational Awareness, to improve information sharing, data management, and data usability across platforms.
• Identify data inputs leveraging available data sources, manipulate and map data and interfaces, generate output, provide completely legible documentation in a Government-approved format (including fit-for-purpose DoDAF products), and verify results for accuracy
• Research and develop policy or whitepapers that support plans and projects for data activities
• Provide DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) support.
• Provide recommendations, guidance, research, and support on the client's tools and task management solutions system tasks.
• Provide IT strategic advice to government staff, both senior leaders and action officers.
• Provide/Identify new initiative or issues that relates to the client.
• Identify installation solutions for new databases.
• Determine the requirements for a new database.
• Publish and/or present design reports.
• Identify areas for improvement in current systems.
• Coordinate with other team members to reach project milestones and deadlines.
• Audit database regularly to maintain quality.
• Create systems to keep data secure.

• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferred.
• Math and computer science proficiency.
• The ability to analyze and present statistical information.
• Mastery of specific types of databases, such as relational or foundational databases.
• Experience with database management software.
• Data management skills.
  
• Ability to lead an IT team.
• Ability to explain complicated concepts in simple terms.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Multitasking ability.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Must have strong written and verbal communications. 
• Must be able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Able to develop strong client relationships.

Soft Tech Consulting, Inc. is a woman and minority-owned business headquartered in Chantilly, VA. With contracts in both the public and private sectors in the DC metro area and across the country, Soft Tech is an organization made up of highly successful and talented Information Technology professionals offering enterprise class solutions for any size organization at great value. Soft Tech’s mission is to help government organizations design, implement, and maintain mission critical Information Technology solutions. By focusing jointly on our employees and our customers, we are able to achieve our mission by providing each and every one of our customers with continuous quality customer support.
 
Soft Tech Consulting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.