Database Administrator III

Cherokee Nation - Silver Spring, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Silver Spring, MD

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Database Administrator III will be responsible for the customization and operational functionality of Freezerworks software within an Army research laboratory environment. This role requires a US Citizenship and involves configuring databases, transferring data, validating information, and training users. The successful candidate will ensure data integrity and security while developing support tools and monitoring database performance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement database objects and modifications to support application implementation.
• Implement Freezerworks database for program use, including configuring the database for storage units and transferring data.
• Test and validate data and database records against physical inventory and ensure functionality checks for key capabilities.
• Meet weekly with the Freezerworks consultant for implementation purposes.
• Update management and customers weekly on progress, issues, and impacts.
• Work with Compliance Manager and government customers, including various laboratory personnel.
• Train laboratory personnel and others in using the Freezerworks database and changes to workflows.
• Develop and implement performance metrics and reporting.
• Monitor databases using performance monitoring tools and communicate performance issues to support groups.
• Function as Freezerworks administrator for the program and maintain detailed records of activities.
• Manage changing priorities and workloads effectively.
• Provide daily support to internal and external customers and after-hours support as needed.
• Mentor lab and other professionals in the use of Freezerworks.
• Participate in capacity planning and database backup/recovery activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study.
• At least 6 years of progressive IT and database administration experience.
• At least 4 years of experience implementing or using LIMS.
• Working knowledge of research laboratory biospecimen use and storage.
• In-depth knowledge of specified database tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of Information Systems and basic system protocols.
• Ability to work in a research laboratory in the DoD domain.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team or independently.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.
• Professional representation of employer and customer.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment qualifications.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SQL server administration.
• Knowledge of data security and performance tuning.
• Experience with backup and recovery processes.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K
• Other possible benefits as provided