Data Management Analyst

TEKsystems; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Data Management Analyst to support the ECOSphere platform for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. You will work with cloud data architectures (AWS, Databricks, Data Lakehouse) to govern enterprise data and enable reporting for conservation programs and public-facing applications.

The role emphasizes data integration, governance, APIs, and documentation, with an onsite requirement in either Fort Collins, CO or Falls Church, VA, and a contract-to-hire pathway.

Qualifications

• Experience with Databricks and Data Lakehouse or Delta Lake environments.
• Strong SQL development and database management experience.
• Experience developing or supporting ETL/ELT processes and data integration pipelines.
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and data quality best practices.
• Experience working in AWS cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Support development, enhancement, and maintenance of data management solutions for the ECOSphere platform.
• Design, develop, and maintain data integration processes and ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Assist with database administration, performance optimization, and data quality initiatives.
• Implement and support data workflows using AWS, Databricks, and related cloud technologies.
• Develop and maintain APIs for data sharing and publishing across applications.

Skills

Databricks experience

SQL development

Data governance

Data modeling

Agile methodology

Tools

Databricks

AWS

Delta Lake

Data Lakehouse

APIs development

Python

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking a Data Management Analyst to support the modernization, enhancement, and operational support of the ECOSphere platform for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This position will play a critical role in managing, integrating, and governing enterprise data that supports wildlife conservation programs, environmental initiatives, regulatory requirements, and public-facing applications. The selected candidate will work with modern cloud-based data architectures, including AWS, Databricks, Data Lakehouse environments, and enterprise data management solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a data professional looking to expand their experience with cloud data platforms, large-scale data integration, governance initiatives, and modern analytics environments while contributing to a meaningful federal mission.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of enterprise data management solutions supporting the ECOSphere platform.
• Design, develop, and maintain data integration processes and ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Assist with database administration, performance optimization, and data quality initiatives.
• Implement and support data workflows using AWS, Databricks, and related cloud technologies.
• Support Data Lakehouse and Delta Lake environments that enable scalable reporting and analytics.
• Develop and maintain data models, database structures, metadata repositories, and data dictionaries.
• Ensure compliance with established data governance, metadata, and data management standards.
• Support data quality monitoring, validation, and remediation efforts.
• Develop and maintain APIs that enable secure sharing and publishing of data across applications and public-facing systems.
• Create technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and architecture diagrams.
• Build and support dashboards, reporting solutions, and analytical datasets.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, architects, and project teams to gather requirements and deliver data solutions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, planning activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support modernization efforts focused on cloud-based data architecture and enterprise analytics capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Experience working with Databricks and Data Lakehouse or Delta Lake environments.
• Strong SQL development and database management experience.
• Experience developing and supporting ETL/ELT processes and data integration pipelines.
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and data quality best practices.
• Experience with database design and data modeling tools.
• Experience working within AWS cloud environments.
• Experience supporting reporting, analytics, or business intelligence initiatives.
• Experience developing or supporting APIs used for data publishing and integrations.
• Ability to create technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within Agile project environments.
• Ability to work onsite 100% of the time in Fort Collins, CO or Falls Church, VA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python for data processing and automation.
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale data management initiatives.
• Familiarity with graph databases.
• Experience designing and supporting large-scale cloud data architectures.
• Experience developing dashboards and reporting solutions.
• Prior experience supporting federal government programs.
• Understanding of data security, compliance, and governance frameworks.
• Experience with modern analytics and reporting platforms.

Technology Environment

• Databricks
• AWS
• SQL
• ETL / ELT
• Data Lakehouse Architecture
• Delta Lake
• Data Modeling Tools
• API Development
• Python
• Metadata Management
• Data Governance
• Agile

Why Join This Team?

• Support mission-critical systems used by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
• Work with modern cloud data technologies including Databricks and AWS.
• Contribute to enterprise data modernization initiatives.
• Gain experience supporting large-scale federal data platforms and public-facing applications.
• Collaborate with a highly technical team focused on innovation and modernization.
• Opportunity for long-term career growth through a contract-to-hire pathway.
• Support programs that directly impact wildlife conservation and environmental stewardship across the United States.

Additional Information

• 100% onsite role.
• Locations available in Fort Collins, Colorado or Falls Church, Virginia.
• Candidates must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• A client-specific crosswalk is required prior to submission. The crosswalk includes experience in ETL/ELT pipelines, Databricks, AWS, Data Lakehouse environments, data governance, API development, data modeling, technical documentation, and reporting activities

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfax, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $62.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fairfax,VA.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real‑world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-Stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team.