Knowledge Management & Data Systems Architect

R3 Strategic Support Grp

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in Knowledge Management or data systems
  • BA/BS in a related technical field such as Computer Science or Data Science
  • Familiarity with collaboration platforms like SharePoint
  • Experience with relational databases and data repositories
  • Proficient in generating analytical reports and dashboards
  • Ability to develop SOPs for data processes
  • Familiarity with web technologies like JavaScript and HTML
  • Knowledge of data visualization tools like Power BI preferred
  • Experience with scripting for data processing preferred
  • Must possess Top Secret/SCI security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and maintaining EXU-1's automated reporting application
  • Design and maintain databases for operational data and reporting workflows
  • Manage data collected from operations and ensure its integrity
  • Define infrastructure needs for data systems in collaboration with IT and cybersecurity teams
  • Implement tools for real-time analytics on operational data
  • Support the architecture for applications related to databases and reporting
  • Plan for data migrations to updated database systems

Benefits

  • Full-time position supporting critical military operations
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge data systems
  • Engagement in a vital role for national security
  • Potential for travel domestically and internationally
  • Collaboration with various departments and external partners
  • Contributions to real-time decision-making and operational efficiency
  • Work environment focused on innovation and technology advancement
Full Job Description
Job Title: Knowledge Management & Data Systems Architect
Position Number: KM DSA 001
Location: Indian Head, MD
Worksite: Expeditionary Exploitation Unit ONE (EXU-1)

Travel: 10% CONUS/OCONUS

Status: Full-Time
Clearance: TOP SECRET/SCI
Date Added: June 10, 2026

Job Summary:

Perform duties as Knowledge Management and Data Systems Architect for U.S. Navy Expeditionary Exploitation Unit ONE (EXU-1). This role is responsible for developing and managing enterprise knowledge systems and operational data platforms that support reporting, analytics, and command decision-making.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in development and sustainment of the EXU-1 automated collection and reporting application.
  • Design, develop, and maintain databases supporting operational data, reporting workflows, and knowledge repositories.
  • Manage repository of data ingested from the collection application into operational databases.
  • Determine and develop database requirements, data schemas, and metadata standards to ensure data consistency, integrity, and accessibility.
  • Define infrastructure requirements for hosting databases and data systems in coordination with IT and cybersecurity teams, including support for potential cloud or hybrid hosting environments.
  • Identify and implement tools required to enable real-time or near-real-time analytics on collected operational data.
  • Support development of system architecture required to support EXU-1 applications, databases, reporting platforms, and knowledge systems.
  • Investigate methods of integrating and automating EXU-1 collected data with pre-existing systems and partner organization data sources.
  • Ensure databases support operational reporting, analytics, and command-level decision support.
  • Plan and coordinate migration of data to newer versions of database management systems and modern data platforms as required.
  • Generate complex database queries, analytical reports, and automated reporting workflows to support mission operations.
  • Manage dissemination and organization of operational products, analytical outputs, and reporting deliverables.
  • Monitor and optimize database performance including tuning of queries and improvement of data processing workflows.
  • Develop automated tools to organize, ingest, and process EXU-1 collected raw data from multiple file formats.
  • Organize EXU-1 internal records and operational data repositories.
  • Manage and fuse EXU-1 institutional knowledge and operational datasets.
  • Act as the nexus for EXU-1 knowledge and operational data across all departments.
  • Act as liaison and conduit to organizational partners, customers, and mission stakeholders regarding information systems and data integration.
  • Ensure organizational knowledge and data deficiencies are identified and addressed across the enterprise.
  • Manage and further develop EXU-1 collaboration platforms including SharePoint portals to support knowledge repositories, operational dashboards, and a digital common operating picture (COP).
  • Develop and define organizational workflows, metadata standards, and taxonomy structures for knowledge and data management.
  • Ensure product compliance and information management standards are maintained.
  • Support integration and storage of multiple raw data file types into EXU-1 databases and knowledge systems.
  • Develop automated report generation tools that emulate and enhance current EXU-1 reporting processes.
  • Conduct analysis of operational and collection data to identify trends, performance insights, and opportunities for improving operational efficiency.
  • Develop dashboards and visual analytics tools to support leadership situational awareness and decision making.
  • Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for knowledge management systems, data workflows, reporting tools, and operational databases.


Qualifications:

  • At least 4 years of experience supporting Knowledge Management, enterprise data systems, database development, analytics, or information management.
  • BA/BS or higher in Computer Science, Information Science, Knowledge Management, Data Science, Information Systems, or related technical field.
  • Experience managing or supporting enterprise collaboration platforms such as SharePoint.
  • Experience designing or maintaining relational databases and enterprise data repositories.
  • Experience generating analytical reports, dashboards, or automated reporting tools supporting operational decision making.
  • Experience developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) including process descriptions and operational checklists.
  • Experience working with web technologies including JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
  • Familiarity with data visualization platforms such as Power BI or similar analytical tools preferred.
  • Familiarity with scripting or automation tools for data processing (Python, PowerShell, or equivalent) preferred.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • Current DoD Top Secret / SCI security clearance required.


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