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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (DATA MANAGEMENT)

Suitland, Maryland, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$101K/yr - $132K/yr

1+ years exp

NAVAL ICE CENTER is seeking an Information Technology Specialist (Data Management) to create and maintain geodatabases supporting GIS mapping and image service applications. The role involves developing software for task automation, interacting with system users to enhance stability, and providing recommendations regarding GIS system integration and information security.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

You will create and maintain MS-SOL geodatabases supporting GIS mapping and image service applications, with a focus on managing the interaction between Sea Ice Processing and Analysis System (SIPAS) and the Enterprise Geodatabase

You will develop software to automate tasks and integrate with SIPAS, focusing on satellite image data transfer, analysis, and product generation

You will interact with analysts, system users, computer scientists, and government contractors to improve system stability

You will use expertise in database practice and theory

You will provide recommendations to the Information Technology Department Head (ITDH) concerning GIS system integration, potential system conflicts avoidance, and information security hazards mitigation

You will prepare reports, recommendations, and technical summaries on database design/performance and operating procedures for review by the ITDH

You will create and maintain MS-SQL geodatabases supporting GIS mapping and image service applications

You will focus on managing the interaction between Enterprise Geodatabase and custom geospatial application for sea ice analysis and charting (SIPAS), built on Esri's ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Pro platforms

Qualification

MS-SQL geodatabasesArcGISPythonGIS technologiesSoftware developmentInformation securitySQLStored proceduresQuery optimizationTechnical reportingOral communicationProblem solving

Required

Must be a US Citizen

Must be determined suitable for federal employment

Must participate in the direct deposit pay program

New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check

Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level

Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service

You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty

This position requires travel

This is a Mission Essential position

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required

This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code (421 Database Administration), proficiency level (Intermediate)

The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience and knowledge of database management principles and practices, with specific focus in MS-SQL geodatabases, including an understanding of SQL, stored procedures, views, query optimization techniques, and database design for GIS and web applications

Experience and knowledge of GIS technologies, particularly ArcGIS, and their application in image processing and analysis systems, including expertise in database design and schema development for enterprise-level geodatabases

Experience in software development practices for GIS applications and understanding GIS Tools, with familiarity in ArcPy or similar GIS scripting libraries for data processing

Experience with programming and software development using languages such as Python, JavaScript, or similar, including the ability to read, modify, and maintain existing codebases and collaborate with software developers on application enhancements

Experience and knowledge of information security protocols and best practices as they relate to database management, user access control, and overall IT operations management

Experience and familiarity with emerging technologies in database design, GIS, and imagery processing, and the ability to evaluate and implement these technologies to improve system performance

Experience and understanding of research methodologies to enhance database functionality, reduce complexity, and optimize GIS and GUI performance, with the ability to apply these methodologies in practical scenarios

Experience with strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports, present findings, provide training on new or changed procedures, and facilitate interdepartmental collaboration in research, development, and deployment of GIS products and utilities

Your experience must reflect skill in the following areas: attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.