Database Administrator, Senior

$144,500 - $195,500/Yr

GD Information Technology, Inc. - Fort Belvoir, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Fort Belvoir, VA

10,001+ employees

About the position

As a Senior Database Administrator at General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), you will play a crucial role in supporting the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) mission in Fort Belvoir, VA. This position is focused on the Defense Stockpile Management Systems (DSMS), which encompasses various systems including the Defense Integration and Management of Nuclear Data Services (DIAMONDS), Joint Application Design Environment (JADE), Nuclear Inventory Management and Cataloging System (NIMACS), Government Acceptance Testing (GAT), and DIAMONDS Accountability Training System (DATS). Your work will involve delivering insights that help clients turn data into actionable solutions, thereby advancing their mission and addressing big-data challenges. In this role, you will be responsible for resolving complex issues related to database performance, capacity, resiliency, and stability. You will perform testing, analysis, and modifications of existing SQL stored procedures, and evaluate and tune Oracle objects to support applications. Your duties will also include installing, upgrading, and securing Oracle Database versions, troubleshooting system problems, and ensuring user accessibility. You will collaborate closely with application development teams to support data-oriented development efforts and assist in analyzing and documenting user requirements. Additionally, you will implement system security patches and maintain an electronic repository of all database changes and documentation. Your expertise will be essential in creating database schemas and objects, evaluating existing structures, and proposing solutions to enhance efficiency while maintaining data integrity. You will utilize various tools such as Visual Studio, Toad Data Modeler, SQLPLUS, and Azure DevOps to achieve these objectives. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both the clients' missions and your career at GDIT, where people are recognized as the key differentiator.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex issues involving database performance, capacity, resiliency, and stability.
• Perform testing, analysis, and modification of existing database SQL stored procedures.
• Evaluate, refine, and tune existing Oracle objects in support of applications.
• Install, upgrade, patch, secure, diagnose system problems, and troubleshoot Oracle Database versions 12.2 through 19.23.
• Digest onsite concepts, design, implementation, limitations, and configuration of complex database environments.
• Define, troubleshoot, document, and escalate issues as needed.
• Work closely with application development teams to implement and support data-oriented development efforts.
• Assist with analysis and documentation of user requirements.
• Implement system security patches and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Maintain an electronic repository of all database baseline, changes, and documentation.
• Research and recommend solutions that best meet program needs and operational requirements.
• Create database schemas and objects such as tables, columns, triggers, stored procedures, and scheduled jobs.
• Evaluate, review, revise, and integrate database change requests.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience in database administration, specifically with Oracle Database Enterprise Editions.
• Fully adjudicated Secret security clearance to start with TS SCI eligibility.
• Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) and Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) prior to hire.
• DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification, e.g., CompTIA Security + w/CE.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Oracle 19c software.
• Exposure to other RDBMS systems such as MSSQL and PostgreSQL.
• Positive experience in database administration with at least 5 years in a junior or mid-level position.
• Experience with features such as Automatic Storage Management and Data Guard.

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays