Database Administrator, Senior

General Dynamics Information Technology; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) seeks a Senior Database Administrator to support a DTRA mission in NCR-Fort Belvoir, VA. You will manage Oracle databases, install patches, and ensure data integrity across multiple DIAMONDS/NIMACS systems.

The role demands 7+ years of related experience, Oracle Exadata familiarity, and strong collaboration with development and support teams to meet mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Robust experience administering Oracle Database Enterprise Editions.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with Linux and Windows systems administration.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex issues involving database performance, capacity, resiliency and replication.
• Perform testing and modification of existing SQL stored procedures.
• Evaluate and tune Oracle objects to support applications.
• Install, patch, secure, diagnose and troubleshoot Oracle DB versions 12.2–19.26.
• Design and implement complex database environments and schemas.
• Collaborate with development teams to meet data requirements and rules.

Skills

Database concepts

Networking hardware

Relational database

Technical support

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Oracle 19c OCA

Oracle 19c OCP

Tools

Visual Studio

Toad Data Modeler

SQLPLUS

Team Foundation Server

Azure DevOps

Jira

SolarWinds Helpdesk

Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

• Skills: Database Concepts, Networking Hardware, Relational Database, Technical Support
• Certifications: None
• Experience: 7 + years of related experience
• US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description:

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) seeks a highly motivated and experienced Senior Database Administrator to support a Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) mission in NCR-Fort Belvoir VA. This position will support the Defense Stockpile Management Systems (DSMS) which includes: 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).

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Resolve complex issues involving database performance, database capacity, resiliency, stability, replication, and other key aspects of distributed database technology.
• Perform testing, analysis, and modification of existing database SQL stored procedures.
• Evaluate, refine, and tune existing Oracle objects in support of application.
• Install, upgrade, patch, secure, diagnose system problems, user accessibility, and troubleshoot Oracle Database versions 12.2 through 19.26.
• Digest onsite concepts, design, implementation, limitations, and configuration of complex database environments.
• Ability to define, troubleshoot, document, and elevate issues as needed.
• Work closely with application development team to implement and support data-oriented development efforts.
• Work closely with support center to expeditiously resolve issues or problems as they arise.
• Assist with analysis and documentation of user requirements.
• Implement system security patches & Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Maintain electronic repository of all database baseline, changes, and documentation.
• Research and recommend solutions that best meet program needs and operational requirements.
• Work alongside senior application development managers to gather business rules and requirements.
• Evaluate existing database structures and propose solutions to enhance efficiency while maintaining date integrity.
• Create database schemas and objects such as tables, columns, triggers, stored procedures, scheduled jobs etc.
• Create database models based on current and future requirements outlined from customer.
• Evaluate, review, revise, and integrate database change requests.
• Utilize tools such as Visual Studio, Toad Data Modeler, SQLPLUS, Team Foundation Server, Azure DevOps, Jira, and SolarWinds Helpdesk.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Robust experience administering Oracle Database Enterprise Editions.
• Advanced degree of analytical ability.
• Advanced skills in problem solving.
• Skillful time management and organizational skills to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Strong understanding of Oracle Data Guard Replication and Recovery Manager.
• Experience with Linux and Windows based operating systems administration and troubleshooting.
• Extensive knowledge of relational database concepts; Database Modeling, Design and Database Creation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating database schemas and objects pursuant to current oracle database industry standards and best practices.
• Ability to create, clone, plug and unplug pluggable databases in a multitenant environment.
• Experience working with programming languages such as SQL, PL/SQL, Shell Scripts, and Batch Scripts.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for critical database, application, network, and system administration issues.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and with a high degree of independence.
• Critical thinking skills, ability to accurately analyze information and make sound decisions.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle Database best practices, concepts, and technologies.
• Must be versatile, flexible, and proactive when resolving technical issues.
• Ability to handle diverse situations and rapidly changing priorities with deadlines.
• Graduate comprehension and understanding of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model.
• Ability to demonstrate relational database constructs leveraging primary and foreign keys, check constraints, and creation of objects via command line.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Oracle 19c software.
• Exposure to other RDBMS systems such as MSSQL and PostgreSQL is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Computer Science, Data Processing, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with features such as Automatic Storage Management and Data Guard.
• Sound efficiency in developing PL/SQL code and genuine relational database management.

Education and Experience:

• 5+ years of direct DBA experience working with Oracle Enterprise Editions.
• 7+ years of increasing responsibilities in Oracle Application Development and Database Administration.
• 5+ years of direct IT experience supporting database environments on RHEL and Windows system platforms.
• Oracle 19c Certified Associate (OCA), Oracle 19c Certified Professional (OCP) prior to hire.
• CompTIA “Security +” certification in accordance with DoW Directive 8140.01 Cyberspace Workforce Management requirements upon hire.
• DoW Secret security clearance is required, with ability to gain and hold Top Secret.

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The likely salary range for this position is $114,750 - $155,250. 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.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA VA Fort Belvoir 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.

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:

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