Database Administrator

Gdit; United States; On-site; USD 124,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GDIT is seeking a Database Manager to administer and optimize enterprise MS SQL services across controlled systems. You will design databases, enforce security, analyze performance, and implement ETL processes to support mission-critical data environments.

The role requires DoD-level credentials, Secret clearance eligibility, and 10+ years of related experience with at least 8 years specializing in database systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of related experience with at least 8 years in specialized database roles.
• DoD 8570 IAT-II and Windows Server Admin certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Administer, operate, and maintain enterprise MS SQL services in support of managed systems.
• Design and implement databases with focus on access methods, security, ETL, and performance.
• Plan budgets and allocate resources for database projects.
• Provide technical consulting for database environments and data services.
• Prepare system requirements and analyses across the database implementation lifecycle.
• Deliver presentations on DBMS concepts and best practices.

Skills

Database design

DBMS

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / information systems

Master's degree with 8+ years experience or 13 years total with 11 years specialized

Job description

Type of Requisition

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required

None

Job Family

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications

Skills: Database Architecture, Database Implementation, Database Management Systems (DBMS)

Certifications: None

Experience: 5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

DATABASE ANALYST PRINCIPAL

Deliver insights to help our clients turn data into action as a Database Manager at GDIT. Your work will provide transformative solutions to our clients’ big-data obstacles and help advance the mission. Here, you can make a meaningful impact on our clients’ mission and on your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Database Manager you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Database Manager joining our team to administer, operate, and maintain enterprise Microsoft (MS) SQL services in support of managed, or approved, systems. Support includes, but is not limited to, the following: database clustering, database management, security, performance analysis, backup and restoration, and Microsoft Windows Server operating system support.

HOW A DATABASE MANAGER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Manages the development of data base projects.

Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.

Applies knowledge of API (Application Programing Interface) for data services and databases.

Defines database organizations, standards, controls, procedures, and documentation.

Designs and implements databases with respect to access methods, access time, batch processes, device allocation, validation checks, organization, ETL tasks, protection and security, documentation, and statistical methods.

Designs, develops, builds, analyzes, evaluates, installs and administers database management systems to include database modeling and design, relational database architecture, metadata and repository creation and configuration management.

Prepares system requirements, source analysis and process analyses and design throughout the database implementation.

May provide technical consulting in the definition, design, and creation of a database environment.

Prepares and delivers presentations on data base management systems (DBMS) concepts.

Plans and budgets staff and data base resources. When necessary, reallocates resources to maximize benefits.

May provide daily supervision and direction to support staff.

Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in computer science/systems, information systems/technology, engineering/engineering technology, software engineering/programming, management, natural sciences, social sciences, mathematics or business/finance.
• Education and experience requirements may be substituted with:
• A Master’s Degree (in subjects described above) and eight years general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experience.
• No degree and thirteen years of general experience of which at least eleven years must be specialized experience.
• Required Experience: 10+ years of related experience which at least eight years must be specialized.
• Required Technical Skills: demonstrated experience with data base design and system analysis, current operating systems software internals and data manipulation languages. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in the development and maintenance of data base systems.
• Security Clearance Level: Secret
• Location: On Customer Site
• US Citizenship Required

Required Certifications: DoWD 8570.01 IAT-II (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE), Windows Server Administrator certification

TESA eligibility/certification required.

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
• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• 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 GDITPriority

The likely salary range for this position is $124,093 - $149,500. 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%

Telecommuting Options

Onsite

Work Location

DEU Kaiserslautern - Kapaun Air Station (APC336)

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. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans