Data Platform Administrator

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of State Police is seeking a Data Platform Administrator to manage the agency's Snowflake-based data platform, ensuring reliability, security, performance, and cost efficiency across the enterprise.

You will monitor resources, implement secure access structures, enforce governance and compliance, translate business needs into configurations, and collaborate with senior staff on architectural decisions while handling day-to-day operations with independent judgment.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of SQL, data modeling practices, and cloud-based data engineering workflows.
• Knowledge of administering cloud-based data platforms, preferably Snowflake, including compute structures, storage, RBAC, monitoring, and cost governance.
• Knowledge of data governance, secure data sharing, and data lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Providing advanced-level administration of the Agency’s enterprise Snowflake cloud data platform, ensuring its reliability, security, performance, and cost-efficient operation.
• Independently monitor and manage platform resources, implementing secure access structures, and applying governance and compliance controls.
• Collaborating with senior technical staff on architectural decisions while exercising independent judgment in daily operational management.

Job description

Title: Data Platform Administrator DSP01436

State Role Title:Info Technology Specialist III

Hiring Range: $109,300 to $157,400 Negotiable and Commensurate with Experience.

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of State Police

Location:North Chesterfield, Virginia

Agency Website:vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:

• Providing advanced-level administration of the Agency’s enterprise Snowflake cloud data platform, ensuring its reliability, security, performance, and cost-efficient operation.
• Independently monitor and manage platform resources, implementing secure access structures, and applying governance and compliance controls.
• Collaborating with senior technical staff on architectural decisions while exercising independent judgment in daily operational management.

About the Agency:

At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization - we're a united team of problem-solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth.

When you join VSP, your skills create real impact across every community we serve. Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement - together.

We prioritize the readiness and well-being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, you will find meaningful work, real opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission. One Team. One VSP.

If you're ready to make a difference and be part of something larger than yourself, your next career starts here.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of SQL, data modeling practices, and cloud-based data engineering workflows.
• Considerable knowledge of administering cloud-based data platforms, preferably Snowflake, including compute structures, storage, RBAC, monitoring, and cost governance.
• Knowledge of data governance, secure data sharing, and data lifecycle management.

Skills

• Skill in monitoring platform performance, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing compute usage.
• Skill in applying independent judgment to evaluation platform issues, implementing corrective actions, and recommend improvements.

Abilities

• Ability to translate business and security requirements into platform configurations and user access structures defined by senior technical staff.
• Ability of interpret and apply agency policies, technical standards, and governance requirements to Snowflake configurations and access structures.
• Ability to create and maintain documentation, SOPs, and audit ready records.
• Strong communication skills and ability to support technical and non-technical users.
• Experience in regulated or security focused environments.
• SnowPro Core or advanced Snowflake certifications.
• Cloud platform certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Training and experience in IT, Computer Science, Data Management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience administering Snowflake or comparable platforms (Azure Synapse, BigQuery, Redshift).
• Experience with SQL, cloud technologies, data integration workflows, and operational monitoring.
• Experience with identity and access management, security principles, sensitive data handling, and adherence to enterprise data governance standards.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. the anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.

Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on September 30, 2026. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.

PageUp provides confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Section of the Human Resources Division at [e-mail].

It is the policy of the Department of State Police (the Department) that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

This policy shall be adhered to in all aspects of Departmental employment practices. It does not permit the lowering of bona fide job requirements, performance criteria, or qualifications to give preference to any state employee or applicant for state employment based on the above prohibitions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.