Database Architect

Applications for this position will be accepted through November 30, 2026 Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced Data Architect to support the USDA APHIS Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) Commodity Treatment Information System – Modernization (CTIS‑M) program. This fully remote role will support the data architecture design and modernization efforts required to implement the Regulated Garbage (RG) Module, replacing manual, paper‑based workflows with an integrated digital compliance capability inside CTIS‑M. 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. The Data Architect will work closely with the CTIS‑M DME team, USDA APHIS leadership, and cross‑functional engineering teams to deliver enterprise data modeling, workflow‑aligned data structures, FOIA‑ready audit capabilities, and integration frameworks that comply with USDA, APHIS, FEA, and federal ICT standards. This position also participates directly in Agile sprint execution, documentation, requirements analysis, and Section 508 compliance processes. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. Essential Job Functions Enterprise Data Architecture & Modeling Guide the design and optimization of the CTIS‑M Azure SQL data architecture supporting all Regulated Garbage (RG) workflows.