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Job ID 2475214

KGS is seeking qualified candidates for our open positions, but we will only extend an offer of employment after a candidate applies through the link in our job posting. If you receive a job offer via email only and have not been interviewed by the KGS hiring manager, feel free to contact KGSrecruiting@koniag-gs.com to verify its validity.

Koniag Professional Services, LLC , a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an Info Tech Specialist 2 to support KPS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Professional Services, a Koniag Government Services company, delivers innovative information technology solutions to support the critical missions of U.S. federal government agencies. Our team of IT professionals brings expertise across various disciplines, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to drive operational efficiency and effectiveness.

The Information Technology Specialist will perform a wide range of services to formulate and implement solutions to complex IT problems related to bureau-specific programs. This role will develop sophisticated systems solutions to address the bureau's IT functions and requirements, providing specialized knowledge in areas such as assembly/integration, cross-discipline functions, data engineering, industry expertise, knowledge engineering, and legacy evolution. The IT Specialist will conceptualize, design, construct, test, and implement portions of business and technical IT solutions through the application of appropriate software development life cycle methodologies. Key responsibilities include interacting with bureau managers and staff to understand the business environment, technical context, and strategic direction, defining project scope, plans, and deliverables, analyzing requirements, participating in solution implementations, upgrades, enhancements, and conversions, and preparing technical documentation. The successful candidate will establish and maintain security, integrity, and business continuity controls and documentation.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited university

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in computer science, information systems, information systems development, information technology, or a related field/environment

• Experience in database development, analysis, and management

• Experience in conducting complex analyses of quantitative and qualitative data from various sources and results reporting

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent computer, computer networks, and database skills

• Proficiency in statistical data analysis and data management software (e.g., SPSS)

• Experience migrating data between systems, databases, and networks to Access and/or Excel

• Ability to develop and implement standard operating procedures (internal controls) for computer networks and databases

• Expertise in working with various database applications and computer network application packages

• Strong understanding of statistical and research methodologies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software and database applications

• Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Familiarity or experience working with U.S. foreign affairs agencies and/or international organizations

• Foreign language skills preferred but not required

• MCSE, CISSP, and PMP certifications are desirable

• Knowledge of program administration, oversight, and monitoring procedures

Working Environment & Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.

The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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