Responsibilities And Duties
OCT currently has an opening for a Contract Database Support SME to support a client. This position is contingent upon contract award. The SME serves as the dedicated resource that ensures accuracy, usability, and security in the contract data environment. This person will be a SME in modern database and reporting tools, including Microsoft 365 applications, SharePoint Online, and SQL-based systems.
Day to day responsibilities include:
Database Development and Maintenance
Design and update database structures, forms, queries, and dashboards to meet evolving acquisition and contracting requirements, leveraging modern tools such as SQL Server, SharePoint Online lists/libraries, and Power Platform
Testing and Quality Assurance
Conduct functional and regression testing of database modifications to ensure accuracy, reliability, security, and compliance with agency standards
Documentation
Prepare and maintain technical documentation for database objects, workflows, integrations, and user guidance to support continuity of operations and knowledge transfer
Reporting and Analytics
Develop and refine reports, queries, and interactive dashboards using Power BI and other analytics tools to provide actionable insights into acquisition activities, contract status, and resource utilization -- responding to queries and questions as needed
Transition Support
Assist in possible migration to a new integrated contract writing and financial management system, including creation of a legacy data repository to preserve historical records, ensure data integrity, and enable seamless access to archived information
Technical Expertise
Provide advisory support and troubleshooting for database-related issues, leveraging SME-level proficiency in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, SharePoint Online, and SQL-based solutions to optimize performance, usability, and scalability
Data Extraction & Validation
Extract and validate contract and procurement data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all outputs to support reliable acquisition decision-making
Contract Data Analytics
Produce recurring reports and conduct trend analyses on obligations, expenditures, and contract actions, identifying anomalies, compliance risks, and inefficiencies to strengthen oversight and improve contract execution
Requirements
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field
- 10+' years experience in database support roles
- Proficiency in SQL Server including query writing and database design
- Highly proficient in Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Power BI)
- Proficiency in SharePoint Online
- Experience utilizing Power BI and other analytics tools to develop reports, queries, and interactive dashboards
- Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance; background investigation may involve credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency checks
- Fully remote/telework position with requirement to use camera during Microsoft Teams meetings when directed
Benefits
OCT offers competitive compensation packages and a full suite of benefits which includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer contributions of the employee's gross salary
- Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
- Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
- Training Benefits
Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000 yearly commensurate with experience, education, etc.
About OCT Consulting
OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the agility of operations and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.
At OCT we believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone's contributions are valued and recognized.