Automation Specialist-Mid

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking an Automation Specialist-Mid with a Top-Secret security clearance to support KITS and our government customer in Arlington, VA.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an Automation Specialist with a Top-Secret security clearance to support KITS and our government customer on premises in Arlington, VA. The Automation Specialist is responsible for assisting with developing, implementing, and maintaining automated business processes and workflow solutions that improve operational efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. This position supports organizational modernization efforts by identifying manual processes suitable for automation and deploying scalable technology solutions across business functions. This position will include coordinating and working with internal and external organizations, in supporting the goals and objectives of the Office of the Secretary of War, Research and Engineering, Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO).

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze current business processes and identify opportunities for automation and workflow optimization
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain automated workflows and process solutions
• Support automation initiatives using workflow automation platforms, scripting tools, and enterprise technologies
• Translate business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Monitor automated systems and troubleshoot issues to ensure continuity of operations
• Develop dashboards, reporting tools, and automated notifications to improve operational visibility
• Maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and user guides
• Ensure automation solutions comply with organizational policies, cybersecurity requirements, and data governance standards
• Assist with system integrations and data synchronization across enterprise platforms
• Recommend process improvements and emerging technologies to USW(R&E) CDAO leadership

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years related experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to uphold a strict level of discretion and confidentiality
• Gather and develop requirements for assigned projects based on stakeholder input.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, a high level of integrity, critical thinking, and leadership courage.
• Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities.
• Powerful analytical and problem-solving skills – including the ability to develop solutions in new and creative ways.
• Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to brief senior executives with little notice.
• Comfortable in a fast paced/dynamic environment.

Clearance Requirement:

• Must be a US Citizen, hold a current DoD Top Secret Clearance.

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