LCATS and LEVELS.xlsx

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• MS degree + 2 years of experience

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• PHD + 1 year of experience • Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations

• Professional Engineering License desired

• Systems Engineering Certification desired

• Other relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment Creativity and strong problem-solving skills Advanced abilities in Unix and Linux and a solid understanding of Microsoft Office are desirable Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential Knowledge of configuration/data management principles and configuration management systems Familiarity with CAD tools and configuration management systems helpful Experience working with digital data and helping users navigate complex applications desirable

• Develops and maintains contract data management programs and plans, and

• Tracks the status of data deliverables

• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable government standards, regulations, and technical orders relating to the maintenance, change and

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• MS degree + 12 years of experience

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• PHD + 9 years of experience • Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations

• Professional Engineering License desired

• Systems Engineering Certification desired

• Other relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment • Extensive knowledge of systems engineering principles as applied to Configuration Management requirements defined in Air Force Regulations and industry standards

• Ability to apply CM fundamentals relative to implementation/maintenance of organizational configuration management processes involving Management and Planning, Configuration Identification, Configuration Control, Configuration Status Accounting and Configuration Verification and Audit

• Ability to develop concrete action plans to solve problems

• Ability to apply precedent to situations, insuring that decisions are consistent and justifiable

• Ability to establish performance goals and assess progress toward their achievement

• Ability to adjust work operations and program objectives to meet emergencies, changing programs, or production requirements within available resources and with minimum sacrifice of quality or quantity of work

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Oversees engineering change proposals, design reviews, audits, scheduling, and budgeting.

• Leads development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems and electronic data systems, and electronic data support.

• Leads development and design efforts related to configuration/data management documentation.

• Presides over the monitoring of contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure standards and requirements are being met.

• Formulates and defines systems scope and objectives based on both user needs and a good understanding of applicable business systems and industry requirements.

• Confirms that requirements and the development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems, and electronic data systems has been satisfied in accordance with law/regulation

• Conducts analyses of business and user needs, documentation requirements, and translation into proper system requirement specifications.

• Oversees development and implementation of new processes.

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• Ms degree + 7 years of experience

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• PHD + 4 years of experience • Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations

• Professional Engineering License desired

• Systems Engineering Certification desired

• Other relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment • In-depth understanding of Configuration Management requirements as specified in Air Force Regulations and industry standards

• In-depth experience in configuration or systems management

• Knowledge and ability to apply complex management and administrative principles

• Understanding of system equipment specification use and maintenance

• Knowledge of engineering drawings and contractor engineering control/release processes

• Ability to interpret policy and procedures applicable to configuration management functions, and to tailor them to program requirements

• Understanding of estimating/pricing techniques as related to proposal evaluation

• Knowledge of, and skill in, the use of principles of negotiation as required to reconcile diverse opinions that can arise from conflicts in ECP evaluation/contracting, design reviews, and audits

• Substantial knowledge of system program office and contractor operations and familiarity with the various management and technical disciplines involved, sufficient to enable understanding of technical and procurement terminology and procedures • Analyzes engineering change proposals, design reviews, audits, scheduling, and budgeting.

• Assists in the development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems and electronic data systems, and electronic data support.

• Develops and designs configuration/data management documentation.

• Monitors contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure standards and requirements are being met.

• Identifies requirements and the development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems, and electronic data systems

• Develops and implements new processes.

• Leads tasks and supervises staff in preparing configuration management plans and procedures, performs configuration audits, monitors trouble reports and change requests, evaluates and selects tools to automate the change control process, and provides status accounting support.

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• MS degree + 2 years of experience

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• PHD + 1 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • Relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment

• Knowledge, skill and abilities run in conjuction with current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570, and stated educational requirements

• Journeyman skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tier • Analyzes engineering change proposals, design reviews, audits, scheduling, and budgeting.

• Assists in the development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems and electronic data systems, and electronic data support.

• Develops and designs configuration/data management documentation.

• Monitors contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure standards and requirements are being met.

• Identifies requirements and the development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems, and electronic data systems.

• Assists in the development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems and electronic data systems, and electronic data support.

• Develops and designs configuration/data management documentation.

• Monitors contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure standards and requirements are being met.

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• MS degree + 12 years of experience

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• PHD + 9 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • 6+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Knowledge, skill and abilities run in conjuction with current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570, and stated educational requirements

• Relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment

• Principal skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Oversees engineering change proposals, design reviews, audits, scheduling, and budgeting

• Leads development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems and electronic data systems, and electronic data support

• Leads development and design efforts related to configuration/data management documentation

• Oversees the monitoring of contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure standards and requirements are being met

• Formulates and defines systems scope and objectives based on both user needs and a good understanding of applicable business systems and industry requirements

• Confirms that requirements and the development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems, and electronic data systems have been satisfied in accordance with law/regulation

• Conducts analyses of business and user needs, documentation requirements, and translation into proper system requirement specifications

• Oversees development and implementation of new processes

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• MS degree + 7 years of experience

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• PHD + 4 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • 3+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Knowledge, skill and abilities run in conjuction with current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570, and stated educational requirements

• Relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment

• Senior skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Helps with oversight of engineering change proposals, design reviews, audits, scheduling, and budgeting

• Performs leadership role in development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems and electronic data systems, and electronic data support

• Performs leadership role in development and design efforts related to configuration/data management documentation

• Helps oversee monitoring of contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure standards and requirements are being met

• Identifies requirements and the development and implementation of computer-based configuration, data management systems, and electronic data systems

• Develops and implements new processes

• Leads tasks and supervises staff in preparing configuration management plans and procedures, performs configuration audits, monitors trouble reports and change requests, evaluates and selects tools to automate the change control process, and provides status accounting support

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• BS Degree in an engineering discipline AND MS Degree in aelectrical, computer or software engineering + 4 years of related engineering experience

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• BS and/or MS Degree in an engineering discipline AND PhD Degree in electrical, computer or software engineering + 2 years of related engineering experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • Systems Engineering Experience and/or Certification

• Possesses a complete understanding of and the ability to implement business security practices; current security tools; hardware/software firewalls and their implementation; different communications protocols; encryption techniques/tools and current internet technology

• Possess a complete understanding of Microsoft server operating systems

• Journeyman skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tier • Working level cyber-security engineering services

• Analyzes and defines security requirement for computer systems which include network layer hardware, workstations and servers

• Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements

• Responsible for integration and implementation of the computer system security solution

• Gathers and organizes technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in computer security

• Analyzes and defines security requirement for computer systems which include network layer hardware, workstations and servers

• Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements

• Responsible for integration and implementation of the computer system security solution

• Gathers and organizes technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in computer security

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• PhD Degree in electrical, computer or software engineering + 9 years of related experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • Systems Engineering Experience and/or Certification desired

• Professional Engineering License desired

• 6+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Possesses a complete understanding of and the ability to implement business security practices; current security tools; hardware/software firewalls and their implementation; different communications protocols; encryption techniques/tools and current internet technology

• Possess a complete understanding of Microsoft server operating systems Active Directory (AD), and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)

• Principal skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Subject Matter Expertise level cyber-security engineering services and technical leadership of engineering team

• Analyzes and defines security requirements for computer systems which include network layer hardware, workstations and servers

• Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements

• Responsible for integration and implementation of the computer system security solution

• Gathers and organizes technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in computer security

• Performs risk analyses of computer systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle

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• BS Degree in an engineering discipline AND MS Degree in electrical, computer or software engineering + 7 years of related engineering experience

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• BS and/or MS Degree in an engineering discipline AND PhD Degree in electrical, computer or software engineering + 4 years of related engineering experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • Systems Engineering Experience and/or Certification desired

• Professional Engineering License desired

• 3+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Possesses a complete understanding of and the ability to implement business security practices; current security tools; hardware/software firewalls and their implementation; different communications protocols; encryption techniques/tools and current internet technology

• Possess a complete understanding of Microsoft server operating systems

• Senior skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Senior level cyber-security engineering services and technical leadership of engineering team

• Analyzes and defines security requirement for computer systems which include network layer hardware, workstations and servers

• Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements

• Responsible for integration and implementation of the computer system security solution

• Gathers and organizes technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in computer security

• Performs risk analyses of computer systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle

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• MS degree + 2 years of experience

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• PHD + 1 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • Relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment

• Knowledge, skill and abilities run in conjuction with current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570, and stated educational requirements

• High degree of experience and knowledge in security disciplines required

• Journeyman skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tier • Assists with the development and implementation of information assurance (IA), and security standards and procedures

• Coordinates, develops, and evaluates security programs for an organization

• Performs analysis, design, and development of security features

• Analyzes and defines security requirements systems

• Analyzes general information assurance-related technical problems and provides basic engineering and technical support in solving these problems

• Performs vulnerability/risk analyses of systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle

• Assists in the coordination of joint strategic and operational planning and execution of joint fires, targeting, capability pairing, and threat mitigation

• Coordinates, develops, and evaluates security programs for an organization

• Performs analysis, design, and development of security features

• Analyzes general information assurance-related technical problems and provides basic engineering and technical support in solving these problems

• Performs vulnerability/risk analyses of systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle

• Performs at an entry-level or development level assignments

• Assists in the coordination of joint strategic and operational planning and execution of joint fires, targeting, capability pairing, and threat mitigation in support of Cyber Mission Force and other operations

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• MS degree + 12 years of experience

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• PHD + 9 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • 6+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment

• Knowledge, skill and abilities run in conjuction with current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570, and stated educational requirements

• High degree of experience and knowledge in security disciplines required

• Principal skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Develops and implements information assurance (IA), and security standards and procedures

• Coordinates, develops, and evaluates security programs for an organization

• Recommends IA and security requirements

• Supports customers in development and implementation of doctrine and policies

• Performs analysis, design, and development of security features

• Analyzes and defines security requirements systems

• Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements

• Provides integration and implementation of the security solutions

• Analyzes general information assurance-related technical problems and provides basic engineering and technical support in solving these problems

• Performs vulnerability/risk analyses of computer systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle

• Assists in the coordination of joint strategic and operational planning and execution of joint fires, targeting, capability pairing, and threat mitigation

• Senior level personnel with a high degree of experience and knowledge in security disciplines

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• MS degree + 7 years of experience

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• PHD + 4 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • 3+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment

• Knowledge, skill and abilities run in conjuction with current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570, and stated educational requirements

• High degree of experience and knowledge in security disciplines required

• Senior skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Develops and implements information assurance (IA), and security standards and procedures

• Coordinates, develops, and evaluates security programs for an organization

• Recommends IA and security requirements

• Supports customers in development and implementation of doctrine and policies

• Performs analysis, design, and development of security features

• Analyzes and defines security requirements systems

• Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions that meet security requirements

• Provides integration and implementation of the security solutions

• Analyzes general information assurance-related technical problems and provides basic engineering and technical support in solving these problems

• Performs vulnerability/risk analyses of computer systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle

• Assists in the coordination of joint strategic and operational planning and execution of joint fires, targeting, capability pairing, and threat mitigation

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• MS degree + 2 years of experience

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• Follows established processes and procedures to analyze data, determine problem areas, and develop solutions

• Utilizes established mathematical and scientific techniques to analyze data

• Knowledgeable of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the analysis field

• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks

• Can work as part of a team or independently and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Follows established processes and procedures to analyze data, determine problem areas, and develop solutions

• Utilizes established mathematical and scientific techniques to analyze data

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• MS degree + 12 years of experience

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• PHD + 9 years of experience • Relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment • 6+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Experience with Microsoft Office and Excel, Structured Query Language (SQL), R or Python (statistical programming), Data visualization and Data manipulation

• Principal skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Acts in a lead capacity and directs the work of others

• Collects, analyzes, and evaluates various types of data to make recommendations on course of action

• Follows established processes and procedures to analyze data, determine problem areas, and develop solutions

• Utilizes established mathematical and scientific techniques to analyze data

• Possesses extensive knowledgeable of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the analysis field

• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks

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• MS degree + 7 years of experience

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• PHD + 4 years of experience • Relevant core and advanced certifications as established/required per local, national and international industry standards or as necessitated by performance expectations associated with level of appointment • 3+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Experience with Microsoft Office and Excel, Structured Query Language (SQL), R or Python (statistical programming), Data visualization and Data manipulation

• Senior skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • May act in a lead capacity and direct the work of others.

• Collects, analyzes, and evaluates various types of data to make recommendations on course of action

• Follows established processes and procedures to analyze data, determine problem areas, and develop solutions

• Utilizes established mathematical and scientific techniques to analyze data

• Possesses extensive knowledgeable of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the analysis field

• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks

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• MS degree + 2 years of experience

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• Creates and enforces sound data management policies for a program or organization

• Develops techniques for collection operational and transactional data and methods for ensuring data quality, accuracy, and adequacy

• Creates and implements policies and procedures and makes recommendations for technical solutions for data management systems

• Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates on-going data collection and management by working cross-functionally with key stakeholders including data gatherers, strategic decision makers, and Information Technology (IT) management

• Ensures that data repositories are properly secured against possible risks from security breaches or data loss and troubleshoots problems pertaining to data management

• Develops techniques for collection operational and transactional data and methods for ensuring data quality, accuracy, and adequacy

• Creates and implements policies and procedures and makes recommendations for technical solutions for data management systems

• Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates on-going data collection and management by working cross-functionally with key stakeholders including data gatherers, strategic decision makers, and Information Technology (IT) management

• Ensures that data repositories are properly secured against possible risks from security breaches or data loss and troubleshoots problems pertaining to data management

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• MS degree + 12 years of experience

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• PHD + 9 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • 6+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Knowledge, skill and abilities run in conjuction with current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570, and stated educational requirements

• Principal skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Works with programmers or other senior project staff to collect and manage project data

• Creates and enforces sound data management policies for a program or organization

• Develops techniques for collection operational and transactional data and methods for ensuring data quality, accuracy, and adequacy

• Creates and implements policies and procedures and makes recommendations for technical solutions for data management systems

• Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates on-going data collection and management by working cross-functionally with key stakeholders including data gatherers, strategic decision makers, and Information Technology (IT) management

• Ensures that data repositories are properly secured against possible risks from security breaches or data loss and troubleshoots problems pertaining to data management

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• MS degree + 7 years of experience

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• PHD + 4 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • 3+ yrs of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership

• Knowledge, skill and abilities run in conjuction with current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570, and stated educational requirements

• Senior skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tiers • Works with programmers or other senior project staff to collect and manage project data

• Creates and enforces sound data management policies for a program or organization

• Develops techniques for collection operational and transactional data and methods for ensuring data quality, accuracy, and adequacy

• Creates and implements policies and procedures and makes recommendations for technical solutions for data management systems

• Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates on-going data collection and management by working cross-functionally with key stakeholders including data gatherers, strategic decision makers, and Information Technology (IT) management

• Ensures that data repositories are properly secured against possible risks from security breaches or data loss and troubleshoots problems pertaining to data management

• Assists with visual basic coding to support database development

• Coordinates with subject matter experts to obtain and verify data for new and existing databases

• Helps develop and perform structured queries as needed; designs, develops, modifies and generates specific reports upon request; creates tables, queries, and forms; and provides hard copies as requested

• Helps create and maintain documentation or users’ guides for each database

• Assists in the integration/connectivity of multiple databases operating at multiple independent levels of security

• Helps troubleshoots various problems that arise in day-to-day work

• Helps analyze, solve and correct issues in real time and assists with problem resolution

• Helps with database security by controlling database access permissions and privileges while complying with regulatory requirements

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• MS degree + 2 years of experience

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• PHD + 1 year of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • Strong systems & software engineering, database administration process background and/or database development experience

• Experience in providing database administration and troubleshooting

• DBMS design and system analysis

• Current operating systems

• Data manipulation languages

• Database backups, restoration and maintenance

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Self-starter & able to multi-task

• Journeyman skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tier

• Helps maintain databases and develops new databases as needed

• Performs visual basic coding to support database development

• Coordinates with subject matter experts to obtain and verify data for new and existing databases

• Develops and performs structured queries as needed; designs, develops, modifies and generates specific reports upon request; creates tables, queries, and forms; and provides hard copies as requested

• Helps ensure the quality, accuracy, and consistency of all database entries

• Creates and maintains documentation or users’ guides for each database and trains designated personnel on use of databases, as needed

• Assists in the integration/connectivity of multiple databases operating at multiple independent levels of security

• Provides technical guidance

• Troubleshoots various problems that arise in day-to-day work

• Helps analyze, solve and correct issues in real time and provides start-to-finish problem resolution

• Helps with database security by controlling database access permissions and privileges while complying with regulatory requirements

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• MS degree + 12 years of experience

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• PHD + 9 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • Strong systems & software engineering, database administration process background and/or database development experience

• Experience in providing database administration and troubleshooting

• DBMS design and system analysis

• Current operating systems

• Data manipulation languages

• Database backups, restoration and maintenance

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Self-starter & able to multi-task

• Principal skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tier

• Leads efforts to Maintain databases and develops new databases as needed

• Performs visual basic coding to support database development

• Coordinates with subject matter experts to obtain and verify data for new and existing databases

• Develops and performs structured queries as needed; designs, develops, modifies and generates specific reports upon request; creates tables, queries, and forms; and provides hard copies as requested

• Ensures the quality, accuracy, and consistency of all database entries

• Creates and maintains documentation or users’ guides for each database and trains designated personnel on use of databases, as needed

• Assists in the integration/connectivity of multiple databases operating at multiple independent levels of security

• Provides technical guidance

• Troubleshoots various problems that arise in day-to-day work

• Independently analyzes, solves and corrects issues in real time and provides start-to-finish problem resolution

• Manages database security by controlling database access permissions and privileges while complying with regulatory requirements

• Coordinates scheduled maintenance

• Leads, guides and mentors less-experienced/lower-postioned employees

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• Ms degree + 7 years of experience

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• PHD + 4 years of experience Contractor shall obtain and maintain certifications as required by current versions of AFMAN17-1303, DoDI 8570.01 -M, and other applicable laws and regulations • Strong systems & software engineering, database administration process background and/or database development experience

• Experience in providing database administration and troubleshooting

• DBMS design and system analysis

• Current operating systems

• Data manipulation languages

• Database backups, restoration and maintenance

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Self-starter & able to multi-task

• Senior skill set includes ability to perform all stated/implied duties within this tier and those reasonably derived from preceding tier

• Leads efforts to maintain databases and develops new databases as needed

• Performs visual basic coding to support database development

• Coordinates with subject matter experts to obtain and verify data for new and existing databases

• Develops and performs structured queries as needed; designs, develops, modifies and generates specific reports upon request; creates tables, queries, and forms; and provides hard copies as requested

• Ensures the quality, accuracy, and consistency of all database entries

• Creates and maintains documentation or users’ guides for each database and trains designated personnel on use of databases, as needed

• Assists in the integration/connectivity of multiple databases operating at multiple independent levels of security

• Provides technical guidance

• Troubleshoots various problems that arise in day-to-day work

• Independently analyzes, solves and corrects issues in real time and provides start-to-finish problem resolution

• Manages database security by controlling database access permissions and privileges while complying with regulatory requirements

• Coordinates scheduled maintenance

2 years experience in DevSecOps, security engineering, or a related field Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Docker Certified Associate (DCA) HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate AWS Certified Developer - Associate EXIN DevSecOps Manager GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA) Puppet Certified Professional Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer certification Advanced Security Automation:

Design and implement highly complex security automation frameworks to seamlessly integrate security checks within CI/CD pipelines, including automated vulnerability scanning, code analysis, and security configuration management.

Security Architecture Design:

Lead the development and implementation of security architecture for new applications and infrastructure, considering cloud-based environments and emerging security threats.

Vulnerability Management Expertise:

Conduct in-depth vulnerability assessments, prioritize critical vulnerabilities, and drive remediation efforts across applications and systems.

Threat Modeling and Risk Analysis:

Facilitate threat modeling workshops to identify potential security risks, perform risk assessments, and prioritize mitigation strategies.

Security Code Review Leadership:

Conduct comprehensive code reviews to identify security weaknesses in application code, providing detailed feedback to developers.

Security Awareness Training:

Develop and deliver security awareness training programs to educate developers and other stakeholders on secure coding practices and security best practices.

Mentorship and Team Leadership:

Guide and mentor junior DevSecOps engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices to elevate the team's security capabilities Incident Response Support:

Actively participate in security incident response activities, including analysis, containment, and remediation of security incidents.

Compliance Management:

Ensure adherence to security compliance requirements, including regulatory standards and industry best practices.

Security Tool Evaluation and Selection:

Evaluate new security tools and technologies to identify and implement solutions that best address evolving security needs.

5 years Cloud Engineering 2-4 years Security or DevSecOps role. Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Docker Certified Associate (DCA) HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate AWS Certified Developer - Associate EXIN DevSecOps Manager GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA) Puppet Certified Professional Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer certification Deep understanding of application security principles (OWASP Top 10) Expertise in vulnerability scanning tools and techniques Proficiency in CI/CD pipeline automation tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.)

Knowledge of cloud security best practices (AWS, Azure, GCP) Scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation Familiarity with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST) Key Differentiators for a DevSecOps Engineer III:

Strategic thinking and ability to proactively identify and mitigate security risks Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities Ability to stay current with emerging security threats and technologies Advanced Security Automation:

Design and implement highly complex security automation frameworks to seamlessly integrate security checks within CI/CD pipelines, including automated vulnerability scanning, code analysis, and security configuration management.

Security Architecture Design:

Lead the development and implementation of security architecture for new applications and infrastructure, considering cloud-based environments and emerging security threats.

Vulnerability Management…