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**Overview**
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT (BPSM)
Bowhead is seeking a Subject Matter Expert to join our MCICOM contract in Arlington, VA. The Subject Matter Specialist will be responsible for will assist in providing data, writing technical documents, assist in pricing and reviewing documents for technical accuracy. The Subject Matter Expert must be able to coordinate financial, technical and administrative resources effectively and, at times, with minimal supervision.
**Responsibilities**
+ Senior expert with extensive knowledge and experience developing and applying analytic methodologies and principles
+ Leads application of analytic techniques and helps define project objectives and strategic direction
+ Responsible for providing leadership and vision to client and project teams around the methodology
+ Resolves complex problems, which require an in-depth knowledge of analytic methodologies and principles
+ Directs the activities of more junior Analysts or other staff as necessary on activities related to the application of analytical techniques and methodologies
+ Demonstrated managerial and supervisory skills.
+ Other duties as assigned
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelors degree and a minimum of five (5) or more years of experience required
+ Experience as PACS/DBIDS BSO with installation and multiple base systems management. Including experience with modifying base profiles; assigning and modifying Force Protection Conditions (FPCON); maintaining access areas, perimeters, and access control points; modifying credential category settings through base profiles and assigning operator roles.
+ Has recent documented knowledge and experience with DoD and USMC installation access control policy, guidance, procedures, and systems.
+ Understands and comprehends the security principles related to access control.
+ Has familiarity with law enforcement operations related to access control.
+ Understands physical and electronic security systems/security requirements.
+ Is knowledgeable about the acquisition process for PACS/DBIDS systems.
+ Is knowledgeable of the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) budget and funding process.
+ Has a fundamental understanding of server-based systems integration.
+ Has an understanding of the funding process associated with the project life-cycle cost management principles to include but not limited to inventory management and life cycle replacement of equipment.
+ Understands system from data source-ops employment.
+ Has a working knowledge of computers, PACS/DBIDS, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office software.
+ Has the ability to run required reports; analyze, collate, combine, or extract data to identify patterns, recognize shortfalls, or develop recommended courses of action.
+ Has the ability to track equipment status and conduct trend analysis for action at the installation, regional, and enterprise levels.
+ Can perform basic troubleshooting fundamentals for logical and physical systems.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Physical Demands:
+ Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds
+ Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
+ Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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**Category** _Logistics & Transportation_
**Location : Location** _US-VA-Arlington_
**Minimum Clearance Required** _Secret_
**Travel Requirement** _Less than 10%_

Cloud Subject Matter Expert

James Scott LLC is actively seeking a Cloud Subject Matter Expert for an upcoming opportunity. This position will play a vital part in aiding the Government align its cloud strategy with mission-critical needs within the Mapping, Charting, and GEOSY (MC&G) office, particularly in coordination with customer and broader IC cloud environments.

Key Qualifications:

• Two plus (2+) years deploying/managing services in AWS
• Experience within the GEOINT community
• Hands-on with DevSecOps tools, e.g., Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker
• Experience in classified cloud environments
• Solid understanding of cloud architecture planning, migrations, and operations
• Familiarity with IC cloud environments to include Microsoft, Google, Oracle, IBM
• Candidate with Geospatial experience within CIO-T Cloud Operations, will be a huge plus
• TS security clearance or higher
• Prefer candidate with a bachelor's degree, but additional experience may substitute

Responsibilities Will Include the following:

• Leading architecture, deployments, and operations across the MC&G Mission Domain
• Supporting cloud transitions and coordinating with the Geo CIO-T Cloud PMO
• Managing cloud artifacts, guidance, standards, and efficiency metrics
• Supporting cloud budgeting, WAR inputs, and briefings
• Helping ensure cloud security postures align with ATO standards

The role is technical but will also require superb coordination skills across Geo customer and IC stakeholder offices. Candidate with cloud, IC experience, and customer-oriented, will be in a strong fit. This opportunity offers a very generous salary with room for advancement, competitive benefits, and excellent professional growth and development.

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Kafka (Subject Matter Expert) to support our customer, USPS and their CIO Architecture, Strategy & Innovation (CASI) group. The CASI is to assist Vice President of Information Technology (IT) design, develop, maintain, support, and translate corporate business vision and strategy along with stakeholder input into objectives for building, enhancing, or replacing business and IT systems capabilities, together with an implementation of a comprehensive IT roadmap, all-the-while maintaining resilience to change as a key architectural and strategy objective for the enterprise. In the fast-paced world of IT, agility and responsiveness to the frequently occurring changes in direction are a must, even while moving continuously forward implementing elements of the Postmaster General's "Delivering for America" 10-year plan. This position is full remote within the United states.

To support the USPS mission, projects, and system requirements, the USPS requires sophisticated information technology systems support services by experienced professionals. The CASI team demonstrates leadership by evaluating and driving implementation of innovative solutions for technology infrastructure and application architecture.

Responsibilities

• Analysis support to integrate new kafka cluster and event stream requirements into established large-scale, production enterprise architectures.

• Conduct Design and Architecture assessments and provide written recommendations for integrating kafka event streams within an application domain or enterprise event brokering.

• Troubleshoot production kafka event streams and software integration issues as top tier internal support, including review of performance issues and proposing resolutions.

• Conduct research and provide written reviews of kafka ecosystem best practices and innovative strategies for hybrid multi-cloud high availability.

• Conduct proof of concept activities and build prototypes for kafka technology stack components in sandbox environments to assess new capabilities.

• Define and implement standards and patterns for kafka ecosystem life cycle, test-driven protection schemes, and automated implementation strategies.

• Devise strategies and roadmaps for enterprise expansion of kafka ecosystem capabilities, integrations, and governance.

• Strategy and compliance reviews and recommendations for enterprise kafka ecosystem elements which may include the following: architecture frameworks, databases, network, web and application architecture resources, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, patch management and analytics.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 20+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing kafka event streaming capabilities in applications and infrastructure across hybrid multi-cloud environments.

• Experience producing IT technical artifacts, with an emphasis on kafka event streams, including design documents, architecture diagrams, architecture assessments, white papers, test plans, requirements mapping, and implementation plans.

• In-depth knowledge of design principles and inner workings of kafka implementations and applicable use cases for migrating applications from legacy style to modern style with the use of Event Streams and Async APIs.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform, Confluent Cloud.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Strimzi, Confluent for Kubernetes.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Cloud services with Kafka API compatibility (e.g. Azure Event Hub, Amazon MSK).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Schema Registry and serialization using JSON and AVRO schemas.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka replication options including Mirror Maker, Confluent Cluster Linking and Schema Linking.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Identity Mgmt and RBAC, integrated/federated with enterprise IDP & role management.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Client APIs (Producer, Consumer, Streams).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Connect and Connectors (e.g. JDBC, Cassandra, Google BigQuery, Websphere MQ, etc).

• Demonstrable knowledge of sizing and capacity planning for kafka clusters.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka topic partitioning strategies including partition key design strategies.

Additional Requirements:

• Using design patterns for building scalable and maintainable applications/solutions.

• Clearly document code, models, and technical solutions.

• Proficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineering.

• Continuous learning and adaptability in a very large IT organization

• Communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• Troubleshooting software and technical implementations in large-scale enterprise ecosystems.

• Understanding of concepts like CI/CD, containerization, and deployment strategies for kafka components in large-scale production environments.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Proficiency creating technical diagrams with products like Microsoft Visio or Draw.io.

• Proficiency creating technical design and architecture documents in Microsoft Word.

• Proficiency creating business and technical presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Proficiency creating data representations, charts and reports in tools such as Microsoft's Excel worksheets and Power BI.

Clearance Required: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green card) is required to obtain and maintain the Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Integrating kafka event streams with Agentic AI workflows.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

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Category Software Engineering Services

Position Type Full-Time

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Kafka (Subject Matter Expert) to support our customer, USPS and their CIO Architecture, Strategy & Innovation (CASI) group. The CASI is to assist Vice President of Information Technology (IT) design, develop, maintain, support, and translate corporate business vision and strategy along with stakeholder input into objectives for building, enhancing, or replacing business and IT systems capabilities, together with an implementation of a comprehensive IT roadmap, all-the-while maintaining resilience to change as a key architectural and strategy objective for the enterprise. In the fast-paced world of IT, agility and responsiveness to the frequently occurring changes in direction are a must, even while moving continuously forward implementing elements of the Postmaster General's "Delivering for America" 10-year plan. This position is full remote within the United states.

To support the USPS mission, projects, and system requirements, the USPS requires sophisticated information technology systems support services by experienced professionals. The CASI team demonstrates leadership by evaluating and driving implementation of innovative solutions for technology infrastructure and application architecture.

Responsibilities

• Analysis support to integrate new kafka cluster and event stream requirements into established large-scale, production enterprise architectures.

• Conduct Design and Architecture assessments and provide written recommendations for integrating kafka event streams within an application domain or enterprise event brokering.

• Troubleshoot production kafka event streams and software integration issues as top tier internal support, including review of performance issues and proposing resolutions.

• Conduct research and provide written reviews of kafka ecosystem best practices and innovative strategies for hybrid multi-cloud high availability.

• Conduct proof of concept activities and build prototypes for kafka technology stack components in sandbox environments to assess new capabilities.

• Define and implement standards and patterns for kafka ecosystem life cycle, test-driven protection schemes, and automated implementation strategies.

• Devise strategies and roadmaps for enterprise expansion of kafka ecosystem capabilities, integrations, and governance.

• Strategy and compliance reviews and recommendations for enterprise kafka ecosystem elements which may include the following: architecture frameworks, databases, network, web and application architecture resources, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, patch management and analytics.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 20+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing kafka event streaming capabilities in applications and infrastructure across hybrid multi-cloud environments.

• Experience producing IT technical artifacts, with an emphasis on kafka event streams, including design documents, architecture diagrams, architecture assessments, white papers, test plans, requirements mapping, and implementation plans.

• In-depth knowledge of design principles and inner workings of kafka implementations and applicable use cases for migrating applications from legacy style to modern style with the use of Event Streams and Async APIs.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform, Confluent Cloud.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Strimzi, Confluent for Kubernetes.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Cloud services with Kafka API compatibility (e.g. Azure Event Hub, Amazon MSK).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Schema Registry and serialization using JSON and AVRO schemas.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka replication options including Mirror Maker, Confluent Cluster Linking and Schema Linking.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Identity Mgmt and RBAC, integrated/federated with enterprise IDP & role management.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Client APIs (Producer, Consumer, Streams).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Connect and Connectors (e.g. JDBC, Cassandra, Google BigQuery, Websphere MQ, etc).

• Demonstrable knowledge of sizing and capacity planning for kafka clusters.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka topic partitioning strategies including partition key design strategies.

Additional Requirements:

• Using design patterns for building scalable and maintainable applications/solutions.

• Clearly document code, models, and technical solutions.

• Proficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineering.

• Continuous learning and adaptability in a very large IT organization

• Communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• Troubleshooting software and technical implementations in large-scale enterprise ecosystems.

• Understanding of concepts like CI/CD, containerization, and deployment strategies for kafka components in large-scale production environments.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Proficiency creating technical diagrams with products like Microsoft Visio or Draw.io.

• Proficiency creating technical design and architecture documents in Microsoft Word.

• Proficiency creating business and technical presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Proficiency creating data representations, charts and reports in tools such as Microsoft's Excel worksheets and Power BI.

Clearance Required: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green card) is required to obtain and maintain the Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Integrating kafka event streams with Agentic AI workflows.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID

Category Software Engineering Services

Position Type Full-Time

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Kafka (Subject Matter Expert) to support our customer, USPS and their CIO Architecture, Strategy & Innovation (CASI) group. The CASI is to assist Vice President of Information Technology (IT) design, develop, maintain, support, and translate corporate business vision and strategy along with stakeholder input into objectives for building, enhancing, or replacing business and IT systems capabilities, together with an implementation of a comprehensive IT roadmap, all-the-while maintaining resilience to change as a key architectural and strategy objective for the enterprise. In the fast-paced world of IT, agility and responsiveness to the frequently occurring changes in direction are a must, even while moving continuously forward implementing elements of the Postmaster General's "Delivering for America" 10-year plan. This position is full remote within the United states.

To support the USPS mission, projects, and system requirements, the USPS requires sophisticated information technology systems support services by experienced professionals. The CASI team demonstrates leadership by evaluating and driving implementation of innovative solutions for technology infrastructure and application architecture.

Responsibilities

• Analysis support to integrate new kafka cluster and event stream requirements into established large-scale, production enterprise architectures.

• Conduct Design and Architecture assessments and provide written recommendations for integrating kafka event streams within an application domain or enterprise event brokering.

• Troubleshoot production kafka event streams and software integration issues as top tier internal support, including review of performance issues and proposing resolutions.

• Conduct research and provide written reviews of kafka ecosystem best practices and innovative strategies for hybrid multi-cloud high availability.

• Conduct proof of concept activities and build prototypes for kafka technology stack components in sandbox environments to assess new capabilities.

• Define and implement standards and patterns for kafka ecosystem life cycle, test-driven protection schemes, and automated implementation strategies.

• Devise strategies and roadmaps for enterprise expansion of kafka ecosystem capabilities, integrations, and governance.

• Strategy and compliance reviews and recommendations for enterprise kafka ecosystem elements which may include the following: architecture frameworks, databases, network, web and application architecture resources, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, patch management and analytics.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 20+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing kafka event streaming capabilities in applications and infrastructure across hybrid multi-cloud environments.

• Experience producing IT technical artifacts, with an emphasis on kafka event streams, including design documents, architecture diagrams, architecture assessments, white papers, test plans, requirements mapping, and implementation plans.

• In-depth knowledge of design principles and inner workings of kafka implementations and applicable use cases for migrating applications from legacy style to modern style with the use of Event Streams and Async APIs.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform, Confluent Cloud.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Strimzi, Confluent for Kubernetes.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Cloud services with Kafka API compatibility (e.g. Azure Event Hub, Amazon MSK).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Schema Registry and serialization using JSON and AVRO schemas.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka replication options including Mirror Maker, Confluent Cluster Linking and Schema Linking.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Identity Mgmt and RBAC, integrated/federated with enterprise IDP & role management.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Client APIs (Producer, Consumer, Streams).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Connect and Connectors (e.g. JDBC, Cassandra, Google BigQuery, Websphere MQ, etc).

• Demonstrable knowledge of sizing and capacity planning for kafka clusters.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka topic partitioning strategies including partition key design strategies.

Additional Requirements:

• Using design patterns for building scalable and maintainable applications/solutions.

• Clearly document code, models, and technical solutions.

• Proficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineering.

• Continuous learning and adaptability in a very large IT organization

• Communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• Troubleshooting software and technical implementations in large-scale enterprise ecosystems.

• Understanding of concepts like CI/CD, containerization, and deployment strategies for kafka components in large-scale production environments.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Proficiency creating technical diagrams with products like Microsoft Visio or Draw.io.

• Proficiency creating technical design and architecture documents in Microsoft Word.

• Proficiency creating business and technical presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Proficiency creating data representations, charts and reports in tools such as Microsoft's Excel worksheets and Power BI.

Clearance Required: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green card) is required to obtain and maintain the Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Integrating kafka event streams with Agentic AI workflows.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

Submit a referral to this job (

Location US-Remote

ID

Category Software Engineering Services

Position Type Full-Time

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Kafka (Subject Matter Expert) to support our customer, USPS and their CIO Architecture, Strategy & Innovation (CASI) group. The CASI is to assist Vice President of Information Technology (IT) design, develop, maintain, support, and translate corporate business vision and strategy along with stakeholder input into objectives for building, enhancing, or replacing business and IT systems capabilities, together with an implementation of a comprehensive IT roadmap, all-the-while maintaining resilience to change as a key architectural and strategy objective for the enterprise. In the fast-paced world of IT, agility and responsiveness to the frequently occurring changes in direction are a must, even while moving continuously forward implementing elements of the Postmaster General's "Delivering for America" 10-year plan. This position is full remote within the United states.

To support the USPS mission, projects, and system requirements, the USPS requires sophisticated information technology systems support services by experienced professionals. The CASI team demonstrates leadership by evaluating and driving implementation of innovative solutions for technology infrastructure and application architecture.

Responsibilities

• Analysis support to integrate new kafka cluster and event stream requirements into established large-scale, production enterprise architectures.

• Conduct Design and Architecture assessments and provide written recommendations for integrating kafka event streams within an application domain or enterprise event brokering.

• Troubleshoot production kafka event streams and software integration issues as top tier internal support, including review of performance issues and proposing resolutions.

• Conduct research and provide written reviews of kafka ecosystem best practices and innovative strategies for hybrid multi-cloud high availability.

• Conduct proof of concept activities and build prototypes for kafka technology stack components in sandbox environments to assess new capabilities.

• Define and implement standards and patterns for kafka ecosystem life cycle, test-driven protection schemes, and automated implementation strategies.

• Devise strategies and roadmaps for enterprise expansion of kafka ecosystem capabilities, integrations, and governance.

• Strategy and compliance reviews and recommendations for enterprise kafka ecosystem elements which may include the following: architecture frameworks, databases, network, web and application architecture resources, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, patch management and analytics.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 20+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing kafka event streaming capabilities in applications and infrastructure across hybrid multi-cloud environments.

• Experience producing IT technical artifacts, with an emphasis on kafka event streams, including design documents, architecture diagrams, architecture assessments, white papers, test plans, requirements mapping, and implementation plans.

• In-depth knowledge of design principles and inner workings of kafka implementations and applicable use cases for migrating applications from legacy style to modern style with the use of Event Streams and Async APIs.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform, Confluent Cloud.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Strimzi, Confluent for Kubernetes.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Cloud services with Kafka API compatibility (e.g. Azure Event Hub, Amazon MSK).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Schema Registry and serialization using JSON and AVRO schemas.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka replication options including Mirror Maker, Confluent Cluster Linking and Schema Linking.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Identity Mgmt and RBAC, integrated/federated with enterprise IDP & role management.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Client APIs (Producer, Consumer, Streams).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Connect and Connectors (e.g. JDBC, Cassandra, Google BigQuery, Websphere MQ, etc).

• Demonstrable knowledge of sizing and capacity planning for kafka clusters.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka topic partitioning strategies including partition key design strategies.

Additional Requirements:

• Using design patterns for building scalable and maintainable applications/solutions.

• Clearly document code, models, and technical solutions.

• Proficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineering.

• Continuous learning and adaptability in a very large IT organization

• Communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• Troubleshooting software and technical implementations in large-scale enterprise ecosystems.

• Understanding of concepts like CI/CD, containerization, and deployment strategies for kafka components in large-scale production environments.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Proficiency creating technical diagrams with products like Microsoft Visio or Draw.io.

• Proficiency creating technical design and architecture documents in Microsoft Word.

• Proficiency creating business and technical presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Proficiency creating data representations, charts and reports in tools such as Microsoft's Excel worksheets and Power BI.

Clearance Required: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green card) is required to obtain and maintain the Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Integrating kafka event streams with Agentic AI workflows.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID

Category Software Engineering Services

Position Type Full-Time

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Kafka (Subject Matter Expert) to support our customer, USPS and their CIO Architecture, Strategy & Innovation (CASI) group. The CASI is to assist Vice President of Information Technology (IT) design, develop, maintain, support, and translate corporate business vision and strategy along with stakeholder input into objectives for building, enhancing, or replacing business and IT systems capabilities, together with an implementation of a comprehensive IT roadmap, all-the-while maintaining resilience to change as a key architectural and strategy objective for the enterprise. In the fast-paced world of IT, agility and responsiveness to the frequently occurring changes in direction are a must, even while moving continuously forward implementing elements of the Postmaster General's "Delivering for America" 10-year plan. This position is full remote within the United states.

To support the USPS mission, projects, and system requirements, the USPS requires sophisticated information technology systems support services by experienced professionals. The CASI team demonstrates leadership by evaluating and driving implementation of innovative solutions for technology infrastructure and application architecture.

Responsibilities

• Analysis support to integrate new kafka cluster and event stream requirements into established large-scale, production enterprise architectures.

• Conduct Design and Architecture assessments and provide written recommendations for integrating kafka event streams within an application domain or enterprise event brokering.

• Troubleshoot production kafka event streams and software integration issues as top tier internal support, including review of performance issues and proposing resolutions.

• Conduct research and provide written reviews of kafka ecosystem best practices and innovative strategies for hybrid multi-cloud high availability.

• Conduct proof of concept activities and build prototypes for kafka technology stack components in sandbox environments to assess new capabilities.

• Define and implement standards and patterns for kafka ecosystem life cycle, test-driven protection schemes, and automated implementation strategies.

• Devise strategies and roadmaps for enterprise expansion of kafka ecosystem capabilities, integrations, and governance.

• Strategy and compliance reviews and recommendations for enterprise kafka ecosystem elements which may include the following: architecture frameworks, databases, network, web and application architecture resources, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, patch management and analytics.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 20+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing kafka event streaming capabilities in applications and infrastructure across hybrid multi-cloud environments.

• Experience producing IT technical artifacts, with an emphasis on kafka event streams, including design documents, architecture diagrams, architecture assessments, white papers, test plans, requirements mapping, and implementation plans.

• In-depth knowledge of design principles and inner workings of kafka implementations and applicable use cases for migrating applications from legacy style to modern style with the use of Event Streams and Async APIs.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform, Confluent Cloud.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Strimzi, Confluent for Kubernetes.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Cloud services with Kafka API compatibility (e.g. Azure Event Hub, Amazon MSK).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Schema Registry and serialization using JSON and AVRO schemas.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka replication options including Mirror Maker, Confluent Cluster Linking and Schema Linking.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Identity Mgmt and RBAC, integrated/federated with enterprise IDP & role management.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Client APIs (Producer, Consumer, Streams).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Connect and Connectors (e.g. JDBC, Cassandra, Google BigQuery, Websphere MQ, etc).

• Demonstrable knowledge of sizing and capacity planning for kafka clusters.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka topic partitioning strategies including partition key design strategies.

Additional Requirements:

• Using design patterns for building scalable and maintainable applications/solutions.

• Clearly document code, models, and technical solutions.

• Proficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineering.

• Continuous learning and adaptability in a very large IT organization

• Communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• Troubleshooting software and technical implementations in large-scale enterprise ecosystems.

• Understanding of concepts like CI/CD, containerization, and deployment strategies for kafka components in large-scale production environments.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Proficiency creating technical diagrams with products like Microsoft Visio or Draw.io.

• Proficiency creating technical design and architecture documents in Microsoft Word.

• Proficiency creating business and technical presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Proficiency creating data representations, charts and reports in tools such as Microsoft's Excel worksheets and Power BI.

Clearance Required: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green card) is required to obtain and maintain the Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Integrating kafka event streams with Agentic AI workflows.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

Submit a referral to this job (

Location US-Remote

ID

Category Software Engineering Services

Position Type Full-Time

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Kafka (Subject Matter Expert) to support our customer, USPS and their CIO Architecture, Strategy & Innovation (CASI) group. The CASI is to assist Vice President of Information Technology (IT) design, develop, maintain, support, and translate corporate business vision and strategy along with stakeholder input into objectives for building, enhancing, or replacing business and IT systems capabilities, together with an implementation of a comprehensive IT roadmap, all-the-while maintaining resilience to change as a key architectural and strategy objective for the enterprise. In the fast-paced world of IT, agility and responsiveness to the frequently occurring changes in direction are a must, even while moving continuously forward implementing elements of the Postmaster General's "Delivering for America" 10-year plan. This position is full remote within the United states.

To support the USPS mission, projects, and system requirements, the USPS requires sophisticated information technology systems support services by experienced professionals. The CASI team demonstrates leadership by evaluating and driving implementation of innovative solutions for technology infrastructure and application architecture.

Responsibilities

• Analysis support to integrate new kafka cluster and event stream requirements into established large-scale, production enterprise architectures.

• Conduct Design and Architecture assessments and provide written recommendations for integrating kafka event streams within an application domain or enterprise event brokering.

• Troubleshoot production kafka event streams and software integration issues as top tier internal support, including review of performance issues and proposing resolutions.

• Conduct research and provide written reviews of kafka ecosystem best practices and innovative strategies for hybrid multi-cloud high availability.

• Conduct proof of concept activities and build prototypes for kafka technology stack components in sandbox environments to assess new capabilities.

• Define and implement standards and patterns for kafka ecosystem life cycle, test-driven protection schemes, and automated implementation strategies.

• Devise strategies and roadmaps for enterprise expansion of kafka ecosystem capabilities, integrations, and governance.

• Strategy and compliance reviews and recommendations for enterprise kafka ecosystem elements which may include the following: architecture frameworks, databases, network, web and application architecture resources, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, patch management and analytics.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 20+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing kafka event streaming capabilities in applications and infrastructure across hybrid multi-cloud environments.

• Experience producing IT technical artifacts, with an emphasis on kafka event streams, including design documents, architecture diagrams, architecture assessments, white papers, test plans, requirements mapping, and implementation plans.

• In-depth knowledge of design principles and inner workings of kafka implementations and applicable use cases for migrating applications from legacy style to modern style with the use of Event Streams and Async APIs.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform, Confluent Cloud.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Strimzi, Confluent for Kubernetes.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Cloud services with Kafka API compatibility (e.g. Azure Event Hub, Amazon MSK).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Schema Registry and serialization using JSON and AVRO schemas.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka replication options including Mirror Maker, Confluent Cluster Linking and Schema Linking.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Identity Mgmt and RBAC, integrated/federated with enterprise IDP & role management.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Client APIs (Producer, Consumer, Streams).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Connect and Connectors (e.g. JDBC, Cassandra, Google BigQuery, Websphere MQ, etc).

• Demonstrable knowledge of sizing and capacity planning for kafka clusters.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka topic partitioning strategies including partition key design strategies.

Additional Requirements:

• Using design patterns for building scalable and maintainable applications/solutions.

• Clearly document code, models, and technical solutions.

• Proficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineering.

• Continuous learning and adaptability in a very large IT organization

• Communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• Troubleshooting software and technical implementations in large-scale enterprise ecosystems.

• Understanding of concepts like CI/CD, containerization, and deployment strategies for kafka components in large-scale production environments.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Proficiency creating technical diagrams with products like Microsoft Visio or Draw.io.

• Proficiency creating technical design and architecture documents in Microsoft Word.

• Proficiency creating business and technical presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Proficiency creating data representations, charts and reports in tools such as Microsoft's Excel worksheets and Power BI.

Clearance Required: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green card) is required to obtain and maintain the Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Integrating kafka event streams with Agentic AI workflows.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

Submit a referral to this job (

Location US-Remote

ID

Category Software Engineering Services

Position Type Full-Time

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Kafka (Subject Matter Expert) to support our customer, USPS and their CIO Architecture, Strategy & Innovation (CASI) group. The CASI is to assist Vice President of Information Technology (IT) design, develop, maintain, support, and translate corporate business vision and strategy along with stakeholder input into objectives for building, enhancing, or replacing business and IT systems capabilities, together with an implementation of a comprehensive IT roadmap, all-the-while maintaining resilience to change as a key architectural and strategy objective for the enterprise. In the fast-paced world of IT, agility and responsiveness to the frequently occurring changes in direction are a must, even while moving continuously forward implementing elements of the Postmaster General's "Delivering for America" 10-year plan. This position is full remote within the United states.

To support the USPS mission, projects, and system requirements, the USPS requires sophisticated information technology systems support services by experienced professionals. The CASI team demonstrates leadership by evaluating and driving implementation of innovative solutions for technology infrastructure and application architecture.

Responsibilities

• Analysis support to integrate new kafka cluster and event stream requirements into established large-scale, production enterprise architectures.

• Conduct Design and Architecture assessments and provide written recommendations for integrating kafka event streams within an application domain or enterprise event brokering.

• Troubleshoot production kafka event streams and software integration issues as top tier internal support, including review of performance issues and proposing resolutions.

• Conduct research and provide written reviews of kafka ecosystem best practices and innovative strategies for hybrid multi-cloud high availability.

• Conduct proof of concept activities and build prototypes for kafka technology stack components in sandbox environments to assess new capabilities.

• Define and implement standards and patterns for kafka ecosystem life cycle, test-driven protection schemes, and automated implementation strategies.

• Devise strategies and roadmaps for enterprise expansion of kafka ecosystem capabilities, integrations, and governance.

• Strategy and compliance reviews and recommendations for enterprise kafka ecosystem elements which may include the following: architecture frameworks, databases, network, web and application architecture resources, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, patch management and analytics.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 20+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing kafka event streaming capabilities in applications and infrastructure across hybrid multi-cloud environments.

• Experience producing IT technical artifacts, with an emphasis on kafka event streams, including design documents, architecture diagrams, architecture assessments, white papers, test plans, requirements mapping, and implementation plans.

• In-depth knowledge of design principles and inner workings of kafka implementations and applicable use cases for migrating applications from legacy style to modern style with the use of Event Streams and Async APIs.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform, Confluent Cloud.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Apache Strimzi, Confluent for Kubernetes.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Cloud services with Kafka API compatibility (e.g. Azure Event Hub, Amazon MSK).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Schema Registry and serialization using JSON and AVRO schemas.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka replication options including Mirror Maker, Confluent Cluster Linking and Schema Linking.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Confluent Identity Mgmt and RBAC, integrated/federated with enterprise IDP & role management.

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Client APIs (Producer, Consumer, Streams).

• Demonstrable knowledge of Kafka Connect and Connectors (e.g. JDBC, Cassandra, Google BigQuery, Websphere MQ, etc).

• Demonstrable knowledge of sizing and capacity planning for kafka clusters.

• Demonstrable knowledge of kafka topic partitioning strategies including partition key design strategies.

Additional Requirements:

• Using design patterns for building scalable and maintainable applications/solutions.

• Clearly document code, models, and technical solutions.

• Proficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineering.

• Continuous learning and adaptability in a very large IT organization

• Communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders.

• Troubleshooting software and technical implementations in large-scale enterprise ecosystems.

• Understanding of concepts like CI/CD, containerization, and deployment strategies for kafka components in large-scale production environments.

• Querying and managing data in both SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Proficiency creating technical diagrams with products like Microsoft Visio or Draw.io.

• Proficiency creating technical design and architecture documents in Microsoft Word.

• Proficiency creating business and technical presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Proficiency creating data representations, charts and reports in tools such as Microsoft's Excel worksheets and Power BI.

Clearance Required: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green card) is required to obtain and maintain the Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Integrating kafka event streams with Agentic AI workflows.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

Submit a referral to this job (

Location US-Remote

ID

Category Software Engineering Services

Position Type Full-Time