Data Steward Journeyman

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking an experienced Data Steward - Journeyman to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) services to U.S. Space Force (USSF) Operational Test & Training Infrastructure (OTTI) and their stakeholders out of Colorado Springs. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who will ensure secure and efficient data accessibility in multi-level classified environments, including Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI), while maintaining strict compliance with applicable policies, regulations, and laws. Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to: Understanding OTTI’s core business and mission processes Identifying, documenting, and analyzing customer data transfer requirements and specifications Applying DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) to assess security risks associated with data transfer solutions Ensuring compliance with data classification and handling requirements Developing and documenting data transfer processes Identifying and implementing automated data transfer processes, including utilizing batch, real-time, and cloud capabilities Implementing automated validation checks to ensure data transfer processes are compliant with applicable security controls prior to execution, based on the risk assessment Assisting integrated project teams to identify, curate, and transfer data Maintaining accurate records of all data transfers and authorizations Performing secure data transfers between systems and multi-level security domains using approved methods, tools, and protocols, including manual transfers as necessary Creating and tracking metrics to characterize usability, timeliness, completeness, and accuracy of data transfer for multiple users to use Facilitating the onboarding of new data sources and ensuring data security policies are implemented appropriately Setting up and executing processes to inspect data for anomalies and scan for malware, security threats, and policy violations, and addressing any issues found Assisting integrated teams to identify, curate, and manage data through its transfer life cycle Researching and adopting advancements in technologies to include Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning for secure data transfer solutions Understanding and applying laws, regulations, and policies related to AI, data security/privacy, and use of publicly procured data for government Understanding computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies Working with Software as Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS) cloud computing service models Developing and applying data administration and data standardization policies Acting as and following established DoD protocols as a courier Reviewing feedback on customer satisfaction and internal service performance to foster continual improvement

Requirements

5+ years of technical experience in data stewardship or data management
Familiarity with test and training program data requirements
Hands-on experience with cloud and containerization technologies
Hands on SAP experience in the past 5 years
Applying DoDI 8510.01 and RMF to data systems for risk assessments
Identifying and mitigating security risks to networks and data transfer systems
Bachelor’s degree in Data Technology, Data Management, IT, or related technical field
Required: Security+ certification
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Top Secret, SCI eligible (CI Poly may be required)
SAP eligibility is HIGHLY desired

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting on-site government clients
Cloud security implementation experience
Familiarity with NSA COMSEC requirements and cloud security implementation
Proven ability to work well independently and collaboratively to deliver security data management solutions
Strong project management and oral and written communication skills
Preferred: CISSP certification

Responsibilities

Understanding OTTI’s core business and mission processes
Identifying, documenting, and analyzing customer data transfer requirements and specifications
Applying DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) to assess security risks associated with data transfer solutions
Ensuring compliance with data classification and handling requirements
Developing and documenting data transfer processes
Identifying and implementing automated data transfer processes, including utilizing batch, real-time, and cloud capabilities
Implementing automated validation checks to ensure data transfer processes are compliant with applicable security controls prior to execution, based on the risk assessment
Assisting integrated project teams to identify, curate, and transfer data
Maintaining accurate records of all data transfers and authorizations
Performing secure data transfers between systems and multi-level security domains using approved methods, tools, and protocols, including manual transfers as necessary
Creating and tracking metrics to characterize usability, timeliness, completeness, and accuracy of data transfer for multiple users to use
Facilitating the onboarding of new data sources and ensuring data security policies are implemented appropriately
Setting up and executing processes to inspect data for anomalies and scan for malware, security threats, and policy violations, and addressing any issues found
Assisting integrated teams to identify, curate, and manage data through its transfer life cycle
Researching and adopting advancements in technologies to include Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning for secure data transfer solutions
Understanding and applying laws, regulations, and policies related to AI, data security/privacy, and use of publicly procured data for government
Understanding computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies
Working with Software as Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS) cloud computing service models
Developing and applying data administration and data standardization policies
Acting as and following established DoD protocols as a courier
Reviewing feedback on customer satisfaction and internal service performance to foster continual improvement