Summary
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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Highly Qualified Expert, Integrated Architecture Advisor
Duties
II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Organizational: Develop and maintain an integrated architecture blueprint that aligns with the organization's strategic goals and technology roadmap. Design systems that integrate data governance, data quality, analytics tools, and business systems into a seamless framework. Implement data governance policies and procedures to ensure data integrity, privacy, and compliance with federal regulations. Develop and enforce data quality standards to ensure that the data used for analysis is accurate, complete, and reliable. Integrate advanced data analytics tools and business intelligence software into the architecture to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
People/Team: Collaborate with data stewards and data owners to establish and maintain data governance frameworks. Provide technical guidance in the selection and deployment of analytics tools that meet the organization's needs. Act as a liaison between IT, data management teams, and business units to ensure that the architecture meets all functional requirements. Advise cross-functional teams in the planning and implementation of architectural projects. Manage timelines, resources, and risks associated with architecture projects. Mentor and provide guidance to junior architects and other team members.
Personal/Representation: Ensure the architecture supports both current and future business needs in an agile and scalable manner. Work closely with business analysts and data scientists to ensure that the analytics tools are effectively used to generate insights. Communicate architectural decisions, plans, goals, and strategies to stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Collaborate with external vendors and service providers to integrate third-party solutions into the ecosystem. Monitor emerging technology trends and evolving business needs to recommend architectural improvements. Conduct regular reviews of the existing architecture to identify and implement enhancements. Promote innovation in the use of data and technology through continuous improvement initiatives.
IV. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
Technical Qualifications and Requirements: 10 years of experience in a senior leadership role, managing complex data architecture projects in a large organization. Proficiency in creating and maintaining conceptual, logical, and physical data models is crucial. This includes understanding various data modeling standards and methodologies. Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases, data warehousing solutions, and big data technologies like Hadoop and Spark is essential for managing and integrating diverse data sources. Expertise in ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, data pipelines, data lakes, and data warehouses is necessary for combining data from different sources into a unified view. Skills in programming languages such as SQL, Python, Java, and others are important for developing custom data solutions and automating data processes. Understanding of data governance frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) to ensure data integrity, privacy, and regulatory compliance. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud integration models (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) is vital for leveraging cloud technologies in data architectures. An advanced degree in computer science, information systems, or data science.
Analytical Skills: Ability to use data analysis tools and techniques to extract insights and trends from data. Proficiency in data visualization tools is also important for presenting data findings. Strong problem-solving skills to address data quality issues, integration challenges, and other obstacles that may arise during the integration process. Capability to develop and implement strategic plans related to data acquisition, storage, and usage to support business objectives.
Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate with various departments and IT teams. Leadership abilities to guide projects and teams towards achieving data-related objectives. This includes mentoring junior architects and team members. A continuous learning mindset to stay updated with evolving data technologies and trends. This involves adapting to changes in technology and business requirements. Skills in managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery, and identifying and mitigating risks related to data management and security. Ability to work closely with business analysts, data scientists, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure that the architecture meets all functional requirements.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978
- Position has been designated Critical-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
- Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
- Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
- Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
- Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code.
- Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.
Qualifications
Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations.
HQEs contribute in a variety of occupational fields, such as soft and hard sciences, engineering, technology, human resources, business, transformation, education, medicine, languages, and logistics.
HQEs may be hired to mentor, lead, oversee, direct, manage, and or consult on DoD programs and initiatives, including high profile and fast track assignments.
HQEs serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Official and may be terminated at any time. When practicable, they should be given no less than 3-days' advance notice.Additional requirements include: executive-level experience in IT/ET architecture concepts and program management to include emerging technologies not currently in use within the DoD; a high level of personal initiative, creative problem solving skills, and innovative thought; and the ability to present and defend independent positions at the highest levels of government
Education
Basic Requirements
This standard allows eligibility through meeting either the requirements specified in the section titled Education or the requirements specified in the section titled Experience.
Education: All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions
Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applications will be evaluated against the position requirements. Failure to meet the position duties and qualifications will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.
Required Documents
To receive full consideration, each applicant must submit the documents in the format as designated. Packages that do not include all of the required documents or meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
**************ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE UPLOADED IN PDF FORMAT*******************
The Qualifications Documents must be formatted using Times New Roman, size 12 font, with 1-inch margins. Do not use borders, provide photos, or list a Social Security Number on any of the Qualifications Documents. DO NOT COMBINE DOCUMENTS.
A. Resume in the preferred (Limit 5 pages). Upload in PDF format. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER.
B. Most recent Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50, noting your current position, grade level and salary level (applies only to current or former civilian government employee).
C. Military: Retired - a copy of your DD214 and/or Retirement orders; Active Duty - submit a Statement of Service Letter and state highest rank held date of promotion and date eligible to retire or date of retirement. Documents are required.
D. (Optional): Ethnicity and Race Identification, SF-181 -- Form available at: https://www.opm.gov
E. (Optional): Self-Identification of Disability, SF-256 -- Form available at: https://www.opm.gov
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as copies of position descriptions, award certificates and transmittal letters will not be forwarded for review.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Please follow the below instructions to submit applications. Any applications received that do not include all of the required documents or do not meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/24/2024.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
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Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
PREFERRED RESUME FORMAT: (Limit 5 pages/Times New Roman 12-font) (Do Not Use the USAJOBS Resume Builder) - Please submit a typewritten resume (upload as a PDF), including the following information:
Job Information: Announcement number (MRL24-00363) and title of the position to which you are applying.
Personal Information: Full name, mailing address (with zip code), day and evening phone numbers (with area code) and complete e-mail address where you would like to receive correspondence regarding your application. **PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER**
Active-Duty/Retired Military: State highest rank held, date of promotion and date eligible to retire or date of retirement. (e.g., Colonel/June 2006/December 2014). NOTE: IAW 5 U.S.C. 3326, a 180-day waiver will be required for retired or retiring members of the armed forces during the period of 180 days immediately after retirement.
Education: Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Work Experience: Give the following information for your paid and non-paid work experience related to the job for which you are applying: (Do not send job descriptions).
- Starting and ending dates (month and year)
- Job title (for government position, include civilian series and grade or military rank)
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor's name and phone number, please indicate if we may contact your current supervisor
- Salary (current)
References: Provide the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three individuals who can comment on your qualifications for this position. Please do not list supervisors already listed above.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify this office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
SAF/MRL CONTACT INFORMATION: Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to Virginia Reynolds at virginia.reynolds@us.af.mil;.
Next steps
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