Summary

This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for Technical lead for enterprise RDBMS design, deployment, and admin in secure cloud (e.g., AWS GovCloud); planned on-prem to cloud migrations; designed automated backup/recovery/HA/monitoring; optimized performance via diagnostics and query tuning; implemented NIST/DISA STIG security controls and vulnerability remediation.

Duties

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As a INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (DATAMGT) at the GS-2210-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Serves as the authoritative Subject Matter Expert (SME) and project lead for enterprise data initiatives, providing technical governance and architectural oversight on complex data modernization efforts.
• Directs the full system development lifecycle (SDLC) of relational database management systems (RDBMS) in secure AWS GovCloud environments across development, testing, staging, and mission-critical production tiers.
• Formulates and executes data migration plans to securely transition mission-critical legacy and on-premises databases to scalable AWS cloud platforms.
• Establishes and oversees continuous operational monitoring, high availability (HA), proactive disaster recovery, automated backups, and rigorous business continuity procedures.
• Applies advanced diagnostics, telemetry, and performance tuning methodologies to resolve complex database performance issues, optimize SQL queries, and ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Provides advanced tier-three technical support, consulting with cross-functional development teams, systems administrators, and business stakeholders on schema design, data modeling, and operational integration.
• Enforces federal cybersecurity mandates, vulnerability remediation protocols, and continuous monitoring controls in coordination with cybersecurity personnel to uphold FISMA, NIST, and agency security policies.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Fulltime
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment and Relocation Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• This is a drug testing postion.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:

• Serving as a technical lead for the design, deployment, and ongoing administration of enterprise Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) in a secure cloud environment (such as AWS GovCloud); Planning database migrations from on-premises systems to cloud-hosted infrastructure; Designing automated database backup, recovery, high availability, and real-time monitoring solutions; Conducting complex database performance diagnostics, profiling, and query optimization to remediate operational bottlenecks; Implementing federal or enterprise cyber security controls, vulnerability assessments, and remediation plans (e.g., NIST, DISA STIGs, or equivalent security frameworks).

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Incumbent must attain DoD Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW) Certification and complete related continuous learning requirements in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2017, Title 10 United States Code, Section 384, and Security Cooperation Workforce Certification Program 2.0 requirements. Incumbent must complete DoD SCW Basic-level certification courses within one year. Requirements for Proficiency Level 1 - At least 1 year of successful SC work experience with a performance appraisal rating of 3 or better. Incumbent must complete DoD SCW Foundational level certification requirements within one year of entering the SC position. In addition, 40 hours of continuing education (CUE) every two years.

Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d

You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs (ICTAP eligibility): This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/

Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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