Knowledge Engineer

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations Job Qualifications: Skills: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Knowledge Engineering, Machine Learning (ML) Certifications: None Experience: 10 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: Overview The Knowledge Engineer (KE) is embedded within a USAFRICOM Directorate to support CDAO’s mission of enabling digital modernization and accelerating AI/ML adoption across the AFRICOM enterprise. KEs document, digitize, and optimize command workflows; design and standardize semantic ontologies; and configure out‑of‑the‑box Microsoft 365/DEOS capabilities to improve data accessibility, operational efficiency, and decision advantage. Key Responsibilities Process Intelligence & Workflow Optimization (30%) · Map, baseline, and digitize existing command workflows and Joint Staff standards. · Identify bottlenecks using process intelligence methods and develop versioned workflow diagrams. · Transition manual processes into automated or semi‑automated digital workflows using Agile implementation practices. Ontology Development & Data Standardization (30%) · Conduct semantic orchestration: design and maintain minimum viable ontologies in standard formats (OWL, RDF, SKOS). · Ensure documentation, models, and related data products adhere to metadata standards for seamless integration into MSS and WDP. · Prepare ontologies and models so AI agents and LLMs can access authoritative, secure data for decision support tools, dashboards, and predictive analytics. Education, Training & System Adoption (30%) · Train Knowledge Managers and functional users on metadata practices, knowledge capture methods, and modern collaboration/data platforms (Microsoft 365, Databricks, Palantir). · Promote data literacy and adoption of new digital workflows across Directorates. Contractor Oversight & Agile Work Package Management (10%) · Review technical work packages for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to governance standards. · Evaluate scope and dataflow functionality through digital capture tools (e.g., JIRA, Slack or similar) and ensure delivery of Minimum Viable Product (MVP) increments aligned with stakeholder needs. Note: Percentages may shift with mission requirements Required Qualifications · Bachelor’s Degree (mandatory) — DEOS contract requirement; no substitutions allowed. · 10+ years of experience in knowledge management, process engineering, or closely related fields. · Experience leading cross‑functional teams in DoW or IC environments. · Hands‑on configuration skills in Microsoft 365: SharePoint administration, Power Automate workflows, and Teams governance (must be able to build, not only advise conceptually). · Experience within U.S. military headquarters or Joint Staff directorates; understanding battle rhythm, command processes, and operational documentation. · Demonstrated ability to lead change and facilitate adoption among senior stakeholders (O‑6/SES). · Practical experience with ontologies, metadata standards, and workflow digitization. · U.S. Citizenship; eligible for SOFA status and required country clearances. · DOW Security Clearance: TS/SCI Desired Qualifications · Experience with Power Apps or Power BI for dashboards and decision support. · Familiarity with CDAO/CKDP frameworks, DEOS enterprise services, and DoW records management. · Background in knowledge engineering frameworks, semantic technologies, or content modeling. · Experience supporting data ingestion, tagging, and interoperability across MSS, WDP, or similar analytical platforms. GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. ● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities ● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals ● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off ● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward. #DefenseOCONUS The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 - $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% T elecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: International Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. Our Identity Verification Process: As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes. About Our Work: We are GDIT. 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