Remote Database Administrator for DoD Client

Job Overview

We are actively searching for a talented and proactive Database Administrator to join our team in support of a Department of Defense (DoD) client within the DMV area. This is a full-time, remote opportunity tailored for individuals with a robust background in database administration and a keen interest in leveraging cutting-edge technologies in a vibrant work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently oversee and execute all necessary functional responsibilities.
• Design, develop, and maintain databases in a client/server architecture.
• Employ desktop database tools, scripts, or queries for the extraction and validation of data.
• Utilize expertise in Oracle 19c for efficient database management.
• Manage AWS Redshift Data Warehouse and Oracle RDS DB systems effectively.
• Diagnose and resolve challenges related to production data loads in a large-scale AWS data warehouse environment.
• Administer, evaluate, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems.
• Establish and uphold data loading and validation procedures to ensure data integrity and availability, adhering to daily deadlines.
• Coordinate modifications to computer databases, ensuring comprehensive documentation and validation processes.
• Populate assigned databases with validated data from structured and semi-structured sources.
• Strategically plan and implement security measures to protect computer databases.
• Collaborate independently or as part of a team to enhance and maintain databases within designated application areas.
  
  

Required Skills

• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to troubleshoot intricate issues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team framework.
• Enthusiasm for learning and applying new technical concepts.
• Solid experience in data science, data mining, statistics, or graph algorithms to support analytics goals.
• Comprehensive understanding and practical experience with Structured Query Language (SQL) and Non-Structured Query Language (NoSQL).
• Familiarity with database solutions, including MSSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, PostGRES, and Oracle.
• Knowledge in applying advanced mathematical and statistical concepts.
  
  

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in database administration.
• Must fulfill specific certification and training requirements as outlined in DoD 8570.1-M, DoDD 8570.1 (certification required within 6 months of assignment).
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

This position offers significant opportunities for professional development, enabling you to enhance your technical skill set and certifications, particularly in database management systems and cloud technologies.

Company Culture And Values

We foster a work environment that values independence, teamwork, and innovation. Our employees are encouraged to leverage their expertise in cutting-edge technologies, contributing to important projects in a high-stakes context.

Employment Type: Full-Time