Insignia Technology Services - Denver, CO
posted about 2 months ago
The Database Architect position at 9th Way Insignia is a critical role within the Heuristic Behavior Analytics (HBA) project, which is integral to the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) defensive security strategy. This position involves leading the deployment and operations of the HBA technical baseline, ensuring that all technical scopes are delivered within the specified budget, schedule, and quality requirements. The Database Architect will serve as the primary point of contact for the project, necessitating a deep understanding of VA's data, processes, policies, controls, infrastructure, and organizational landscape. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining the security and integrity of digital solutions against existing and potential threats, adhering to federal standards. The role requires a solid background in systems architecture, cybersecurity, and risk management, along with a passion for developing robust security measures. The Database Architect will be tasked with creating scalable and secure database solutions tailored to organizational requirements, evaluating and recommending appropriate database technologies, and ensuring data integrity and consistency across various databases. This position also involves monitoring and optimizing database performance, implementing data security policies, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations related to data management. Collaboration is key in this role, as the Database Architect will work closely with software developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to integrate database systems with applications. Additionally, the architect will provide technical guidance to the development team, develop backup and recovery strategies, and participate in change management and release management plans. The position is designed for an individual who can effectively translate user needs into database design and has experience in creating database management processes and detailed documentation.