Database Administrator

Qualifications
Database Architecture, Database Implementation, Database Management, Dataset Management, Data Storage Management
6 + years of related experience
GDIT Labor Title(s): Database Analyst Senior (5-plus years) or Database Analyst Senior Advisor (8-plus years)
Is a self-starter that requires minimal oversight and is responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and administering databases, including security, access, and documentation
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
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
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
Advises applications development staff and users on data-based solutions to business problems, data architectures, database management system facilities and capabilities, and the operation and tuning of databases
Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned
Required: Bachelor’s degree in operations research, computer science, test engineering, business, mathematics, management science, aviation, aeronautical, or air traffic management/science
Required Years of Work-Related Experience: 6 to 10 years
Master's Degree, MBA, or PhD in related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience
Benefits
The likely salary range for this position is $103,700 - $140,300
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
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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
Responsibilities
Skill Definition: Coordinates changes to databases, tests and implements the database
Plans, coordinates, and implements security measures to safeguard computer databases
Develops standards and user guidelines to access database
Modifies existing databases and database management systems, Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure
Schedules, plans, and supervises the installation and testing of new products
Monitors database performance and develops optimum values for database parameters
Specifies users and user access levels
Identifies and evaluates industry trends in database systems
Prepares system requirements, source analysis and process analyses and design throughout the database implementation
Defines database organizations, standards, controls, procedures, and documentation
Provides technical consulting in the definition, design, and creation of a database environment
May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals
May serve as a technical team or task lead
Job description
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Database Analysis/Design

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Database Architecture, Database Implementation, Database Management, Dataset Management, Data Storage Management

Certifications:

Experience:
6 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:
No

Job Description:

Program Labor Title: Database Administrator

GDIT Labor Title(s): Database Analyst Senior (5-plus years) or Database Analyst Senior Advisor (8-plus years)

Skill Definition: Coordinates changes to databases, tests and implements the database. Plans, coordinates, and implements security measures to safeguard computer databases. Develops standards and user guidelines to access database. Modifies existing databases and database management systems, Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure. Schedules, plans, and supervises the installation and testing of new products. Monitors database performance and develops optimum values for database parameters. Specifies users and user access levels. Identifies and evaluates industry trends in database systems.

Required Skills / Capabilities:

· Is a self-starter that requires minimal oversight and is responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and administering databases, including security, access, and documentation

· 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

· 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

· 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

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

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

· Provides technical consulting in the definition, design, and creation of a database environment

· Advises applications development staff and users on data-based solutions to business problems, data architectures, database management system facilities and capabilities, and the operation and tuning of databases

· Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned

· May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals

· May serve as a technical team or task lead

Degree Requirements (from an accredited college or university):

· Required: Bachelor’s degree in operations research, computer science, test engineering, business, mathematics, management science, aviation, aeronautical, or air traffic management/science.

Required Years of Work-Related Experience: 6 to 10 years

Relevant Experience Requirement and Other Information: Database administration and management technical training and certifications are strongly desired, e.g., Oracle Certifications and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator. Familiarity with PostgreSQL /PostGIS and using Python scripts to collect, manage, transfer, normalize, analyze, and generate data visualization is preferred. Higher-level IT and data management degrees desirable.

Airport Operations experience or previous experience supporting FAA-related work also desired.

Master's Degree, MBA, or PhD in related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience.
The likely salary range for this position is $103,700 - $140,300. 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:
10-25%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA NJ Atlantic City

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.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.