Data & Website Specialist

Guardians of Honor, LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardians of Honor, LLC, a federal contractor, seeks a Database and Website Specialist to develop, operate, and secure the program website, electronic application portals, and secure records for government programs.

The role requires hands-on website/database capability, including secure development, access administration, data migration, backup, and technical documentation to support DoD and other federal clients while ensuring compliance and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Web Development, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience directly related to the duties above.
• High level of advanced proficiency in utilizing and integrating a variety of web-based and commercial off-the-shelf data management software packages such as Smartsheet, SQL, Python, API development, AWS, Azure, Power BI, etc. as well as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated proficiency/experience developing, implementing, and managing/improving complex, high-profile, multi-faceted data projects
• Experience implementing role-based access, MFA, SSL/TLS, secure data handling, logging, and tested backup and recovery procedures.
• Experience with data cleansing, migration, validation, reporting, and nonproprietary exports; ability to document database structures and system administration procedures.
• Experience managing PII or similarly sensitive records and applying client-approved cybersecurity and privacy requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot application and database issues, explain technical matters to nontechnical users, and manage time-sensitive releases and approval workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the program website and application portals with program descriptions, areas of interest, opportunities, and dates.
• Build and administer electronic application forms, applicant workflows, document submission, and event registration in coordination with staff.
• Prepare website briefings and change records for Government review; obtain required Government approval before initial launch and updates.
• Implement and maintain valid SSL/TLS certificates, role-based access, MFA, and audit logging.
• Test systems, lead test scenarios, and identify/document/remediate issues.
• Create data governance models and metadata management for data from multiple sources.
• Establish and track measures of progress and successful delivery of data management services.
• Operate the contractor-hosted applicant and participant database under Government-approved requirements; safeguard PII, CUI, and sensitive records.
• Prepare migration plans, map fields, cleanse and migrate data, and validate records.
• Implement, test, and document backup and recovery procedures; monitor availability and report unauthorized access.
• Provide authorized Government users with technical assistance for evaluation; troubleshoot portal access while protecting records.
• Produce validated data extracts and reporting inputs for analyses and export to Government systems as directed.
• Maintain data dictionary, database schema, source files, configuration and administrator documentation, access records and change history.

Skills

Web development

SQL

Python

Data governance

MFA security

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Smartsheet

SQL Server

Power BI

AWS

Azure

SSL/TLS

Git

Job description

GOH is a small management consulting firm supporting the federal government since 1997 (www.gohnow.com). We are seeking a new team member experienced in military academic engagement, STEM opportunity marketing, and applicant recruitment to support our federal clients.

GOH is recruiting in anticipation of potential future openings that are subject to final approval and funding. No guarantee of position availability can be made at this time; however, candidate identification and preliminary interviews are being conducted to support timely hiring should authorization be granted.

Summary:

The Database and Website Specialist will be responsible for developing, operating, and maintaining the program website, electronic application portals, and secure applicant and participant records platform. Government-approved opportunities by providing reliable application workflows, authorized evaluation access, accurate data, reporting, and documented transfer of Government-owned program assets. This role requires hands-on website and database capability, including secure application development, access administration, data migration, backup and recovery, and technical documentation.

Preferred experience emphasis:

Experience supporting DoD or other federal research, education, or applicant-management systems is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the program website with program descriptions, technical areas of interest, opportunities, contact information, and application opening and closing dates.
• Build and administer electronic application forms, applicant workflows, document submission functions, and event registration capabilities in coordination with program staff.
• Prepare website briefings and change records for Government review; obtain required Government approval before initial launch and subsequent website updates.
• Implement and maintain valid SSL/TLS certificates, role-based and least-privilege access, MFA for authorized Government evaluation users, and appropriate audit logging.
• Test systems, lead test scenarios, and identify/document/remediate all issues
• Create data governance models and metadata management systems to manage data from multiple sources/systems (e.g., Excel, Smartsheet, SQL, Power BI)
• Establish and track measures of progress and successful delivery of data management services?
• Operate the contractor-hosted applicant and participant database under task-order cybersecurity, privacy, and data-protection requirements approved by the Government; safeguard PII, CUI, and other sensitive records.
• Prepare the Database Implementation and Data Migration Plan; assess historical records, map fields, cleanse and migrate data, and validate record completeness and accuracy.
• Implement, test, and document backup and recovery procedures; maintain system availability, monitor technical issues, and report suspected unauthorized access or disclosure through designated procedures.
• Provide authorized Government users with technical assistance for application evaluation; troubleshoot portal access and submission problems while protecting confidential records.
• Produce validated data extracts and reporting inputs for applicant and selectee analyses, outreach effectiveness, placements, events, and annual program results; export or upload records to Government systems when directed.
• Maintain the data dictionary, database schema, source files, configuration and administrator documentation, access records, and change history; support accessible website content and forms.

The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. The essential functions described are not a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities; additional tasks may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Web Development, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience directly related to the duties above.
• High level of demonstrated advanced proficiency in utilizing and integrating a variety of web-based and commercial off-the-shelf data management software packages such as Smartsheet, SQL, Python, API development, AWS, Azure, Power BI, etc. as well as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
• Demonstrated proficiency/experience successfully developing, implementing, and managing/improving complex, high-profile, multi-faceted data projects
• Experience implementing role-based access, MFA, SSL/TLS, secure data handling, logging, and tested backup and recovery procedures.
• Experience with data cleansing, migration, validation, reporting, and nonproprietary exports; ability to document database structures and system administration procedures.
• Experience managing PII or similarly sensitive records and applying client-approved cybersecurity and privacy requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot application and database issues, explain technical matters to nontechnical users, and manage time-sensitive releases and approval workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or other federal websites, research programs, applicant platforms, or secure Government evaluation workflows.
• Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility practices and testing accessible forms, documents, and website content.
• Experience with version control, controlled releases, system transition documentation, virtual-event platforms, and Government-directed CUI handling requirements.
• Relevant technical or cybersecurity certifications appropriate to the selected platform and assigned duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Travel: N/A

Reports to: Program Manager and Program Director

Work Environment: The work environment is a typical office setting or virtual/remote setting.

Physical demands: The physical demands of the job include sitting for extended periods, and occasional walking and standing.

Position type and expected hours of work: Full-time exempt position. Typical work hours are Monday-Friday. Some job activities may be required outside of typical workdays/hours.

Required education and experience: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience, as described above.

Additional eligibility qualifications: Ability to complete required background investigations and meet Government-determined facility and system access requirements. Obtain and maintain any clearance or credential required for assigned duties. Complete applicable security and information-awareness training.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Guardians of Honor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination and harassment and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.