Data Quality Specialist
Denver, CO

Job Description

Location: Denver, CO --

Denver Federal Center, 6th Avenue & Kipling, Lakewood, CO 80225

Job Description

ASRC Federal Vistronix is actively seeking a Data Quality Specialist to join our team and support analysis efforts for a government client in Denver, Colorado.

ASRC Federal Vistronix is a technical, professional services company providing state-of-the-art solutions to government and commercial clients. Our services include custom-engineered solutions that integrate with the latest technology, resulting in advanced information technology systems; business and management consulting services to assess client needs and reengineer processes; and strategic and tactical program expertise to support continuity and provide comprehensive oversight for mission-critical initiatives.

We partner with government and commercial agencies that require development of systems, such as communication systems, asset management, network deployment and engineering services, power and energy management solutions, portal applications, command and control, and geospatial information systems (GIS) to operate more efficiently and profitably.

We are always looking for exceptionally bright and motivated people to join our team. We are thought leaders in our market space - providing comprehensive solutions to our clients, throughout the enterprise. If you are looking for an opportunity to use your skills in an environment that promotes free thinking, presents positive challenges, and makes real impact - Vistronix is the place for you.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

The successful candidate will facilitate the documentation, analysis, and quality baselines for application and program data for complex government software systems. The ability to work with both technical and non-technical audiences is very important, so having a solid understanding of the software development process is key. Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

* Research and document program data quality issues, including incorrect, redundant, and missing data.
* Make recommendations for best practices the lead to overall improvements in data quality.
* Recommend, implement, and assist with data migration efforts across the application portfolio to ensure maximum data reliability post migration.
* Assist in the compilation of federated geospatial datasets within the application portfolio.
* Coordinate data quality standards across multiple systems.
* Assist with data entry/editing of legacy solutions to meet minimal data quality standards.
* Developing conceptual and logical data models to help define business requirements.

Key Technologies:

* Databases -- MS SQL Server, Oracle, Informix, MySQL
* Tools -- Erwin, SQL Server Management Studio
* Virtualizations -- VMWare, Oracle VM Manager (OVM)

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree -- Computer Science or Technical degree preferred
* At least 6 years' experience as a data administrator, analyst, architect or similar
* At least 8 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a specific degree would be acceptable, especially if the experience is multi-functional (i.e., operations and development)

Required Skills and Competencies:

* Demonstrated proficiency in SQL Server 2012 (or higher).
* At least 2-years' experience with Oracle Enterprise Edition 11g (or higher).
* A working knowledge of other database platforms (Informix and MySQL preferred).
* Ability to analyze data structure and contents using tools and scripts (Erwin experience preferred). Ability to plan for and execute data quality plans.
* Communicate complex information clearly using tools such as Word, Excel, and Visio. Ability to write and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), best-practice guides, and other supporting documentation.
* Ability to use a variety of software tools for managing requirements, creating diagrams and written documents to communicate with a variety of stakeholders; both technical and non-technical.

Desired Skills:

* Experience using Erwin data modeling software highly desired.
* Recent experience supporting live production databases
* Knowledge of SQL Server Analysis/Integration/Reporting Services
* Experience with database performance monitoring, tuning, and error resolution
* Experience supporting spatial databases (Esri ArcSDE preferred)
* Recent database certifications desired
* Experience working in an ITIL environment (ITIL v3 certification highly desired)

The successful candidate is subject to a U.S. Federal Government background investigation and must be able to meet the requirements to hold a position of public trust or higher.

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree -- Computer Science or Technical degree preferred
* At least 6 years' experience as a data administrator, analyst, architect or similar
* At least 8 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a specific degree would be acceptable, especially if the experience is multi-functional (i.e., operations and development)

Required Skills and Competencies:

* Demonstrated proficiency in SQL Server 2012 (or higher).
* At least 2-years' experience with Oracle Enterprise Edition 11g (or higher).
* A working knowledge of other database platforms (Informix and MySQL preferred).
* Ability to analyze data structure and contents using tools and scripts (Erwin experience preferred). Ability to plan for and execute data quality plans.
* Communicate complex information clearly using tools such as Word, Excel, and Visio. Ability to write and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), best-practice guides, and other supporting documentation.
* Ability to use a variety of software tools for managing requirements, creating diagrams and written documents to communicate with a variety of stakeholders; both technical and non-technical.