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Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
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IT - Database
NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) with experience in database query languages such as Oracle, PL SQL, and SQL Server and expertise in Relational Database Management Systems. The ideal candidate will be experienced with various operating systems and additional programming languages and have experience in working on projects in a large organization responsible for administering, operating, maintaining, and securing a large-scale computer database. The candidate will work in a collaborative multi-functional team environment. Certification(s) in respective areas are required.
Roles & Responsibilities:
• Provides all activities related to the administration of computerized databases.
• Projects long-range requirements for database administration and design in conjunction with other managers in the information systems function.
• Designs, creates, and maintains databases in a client/server environment.
• Conducts quality control and auditing of databases in a client/server environment to ensure accurate and appropriate use of data. Advises users on access to various client/server databases.
• Designs, implements, and maintains complex databases with respect to JCL, access methods, access time, device allocation, validation checks, organization, protection and security, documentation, and statistical methods.
• Applies knowledge and experience with database technologies, development methodologies, and front-end /backend programming languages (e.g., SQL).
• Performs database programming and supports systems design.
• Maintenance of database dictionaries, overall monitoring of standards and procedures, file design and storage, and integration of systems through database design.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Desired/Required Skills:
• Active Department of Defense Secret level security clearance required.
• IA Level II 8570.01-M Compliant Baseline Certification, and One of the following: Google Associate Cloud Engineer or Google Professional Cloud Architect. Plus a current DBA certification under “Server Admin” Role, “DBA Admin” Function of DLA Approved Cybersecurity (CS) Computing Environment (CE) List
• Five (5) years of progressive experience of database query languages such as Oracle, PL SQL, and SQL Server.
• Three (3) years of hands-on experience and expertise in Relational Database Management Systems.
• Has relevant project experience within a large organization.
• Hands on working experience and proficiencies in Oracle database technologies (19c or above) and administration, including installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security management in virtual cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with commercial cloud provider hosting solutions (i.e. Google, Microsoft Azure, AWS, OCI) and associated relevant industry certifications.
• Proficiency and full familiarity of the Linux/Unix (RHEL8 or above) operating system environment where Oracle databases are deployed, including the ability to write and update shell scripts, perform file system management and Oracle database administration tasks.
• Must have ability to identify, diagnose and troubleshoot performance issues to tune and implement performance-enhancing features.
• Working knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Monitoring (OEM 13c) database monitoring, diagnostic, and performance tuning tools.
• Full understanding and proficiency in implementing backup and recovery operations utilizing RMAN to ensure data protection, redundancy and disaster recovery over network.
• Full understanding and expertise in understanding Oracle Database architecture, including logical and physical design, data modeling, normalization, indexing, partitioning, and database options such as Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) and Oracle Data Guard.
• Experience with Oracle High Availability solutions and technologies for ensuring database availability, failover, and data protection.
• Proficiency and understanding network fundamentals, VPNs, firewalls, and remote access solutions, and being fully competent to configure network settings for Oracle Database servers, including IP address, subnet masks, gateways, protocols and encryption.
• Understanding and experience with database links and replication mechanisms for connecting Oracle Databases across network environment and synchronizing data between distributed databases can facilitate load balancing and failover where required.
• Has demonstrated and has strong communication and collaborations skills that show ability to perform in high pressure situations and has experience handling critical business incidents in professional manner with adaptability and resilience to unexpected challenges both calmly and efficiently.
• Experience with industry script languages and solutions to implement and sustain automation capabilities to complete administrative tasks.
• Familiar with current/recent versions of Windows operating systems.
• Proficient in managing and supporting various versions of SQL Server including SQL server 2016 and newer, ensuring smooth migration, upgrade and compatibility across different environments.
• Familiarity in deploying, configuring, and managing cloud native database solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
About the Company:
NexGen Data Systems is an emerging technologies focused company providing expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense. NexGen Data Systems promotes a culture of knowledge and career advancement through continued learning, keeping our team current on the latest advances in systems and networking, and enabling our team to provide the best available solutions to our clients.
Benefits:
• Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee’s medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.
• Company provides short and long term disability plans.
• 401(k) match up to 10% of the employee’s salary contributions to 401(K) plan.
• Comprehensive training and development program.
• 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
NOTE: US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. In order to be qualified for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. We are unable to sponsor Visas at this time. NexGen Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Roles & Responsibilities:
• Provides all activities related to the administration of computerized databases.
• Projects long-range requirements for database administration and design in conjunction with other managers in the information systems function.
• Designs, creates, and maintains databases in a client/server environment.
• Conducts quality control and auditing of databases in a client/server environment to ensure accurate and appropriate use of data. Advises users on access to various client/server databases.
• Designs, implements, and maintains complex databases with respect to JCL, access methods, access time, device allocation, validation checks, organization, protection and security, documentation, and statistical methods.
• Applies knowledge and experience with database technologies, development methodologies, and front-end /backend programming languages (e.g., SQL).
• Performs database programming and supports systems design.
• Maintenance of database dictionaries, overall monitoring of standards and procedures, file design and storage, and integration of systems through database design.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Desired/Required Skills:
• Active Department of Defense Secret level security clearance required.
• IA Level II 8570.01-M Compliant Baseline Certification, and One of the following: Google Associate Cloud Engineer or Google Professional Cloud Architect. Plus a current DBA certification under “Server Admin” Role, “DBA Admin” Function of DLA Approved Cybersecurity (CS) Computing Environment (CE) List
• Five (5) years of progressive experience of database query languages such as Oracle, PL SQL, and SQL Server.
• Three (3) years of hands-on experience and expertise in Relational Database Management Systems.
• Has relevant project experience within a large organization.
• Hands on working experience and proficiencies in Oracle database technologies (19c or above) and administration, including installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security management in virtual cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with commercial cloud provider hosting solutions (i.e. Google, Microsoft Azure, AWS, OCI) and associated relevant industry certifications.
• Proficiency and full familiarity of the Linux/Unix (RHEL8 or above) operating system environment where Oracle databases are deployed, including the ability to write and update shell scripts, perform file system management and Oracle database administration tasks.
• Must have ability to identify, diagnose and troubleshoot performance issues to tune and implement performance-enhancing features.
• Working knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Monitoring (OEM 13c) database monitoring, diagnostic, and performance tuning tools.
• Full understanding and proficiency in implementing backup and recovery operations utilizing RMAN to ensure data protection, redundancy and disaster recovery over network.
• Full understanding and expertise in understanding Oracle Database architecture, including logical and physical design, data modeling, normalization, indexing, partitioning, and database options such as Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) and Oracle Data Guard.
• Experience with Oracle High Availability solutions and technologies for ensuring database availability, failover, and data protection.
• Proficiency and understanding network fundamentals, VPNs, firewalls, and remote access solutions, and being fully competent to configure network settings for Oracle Database servers, including IP address, subnet masks, gateways, protocols and encryption.
• Understanding and experience with database links and replication mechanisms for connecting Oracle Databases across network environment and synchronizing data between distributed databases can facilitate load balancing and failover where required.
• Has demonstrated and has strong communication and collaborations skills that show ability to perform in high pressure situations and has experience handling critical business incidents in professional manner with adaptability and resilience to unexpected challenges both calmly and efficiently.
• Experience with industry script languages and solutions to implement and sustain automation capabilities to complete administrative tasks.
• Familiar with current/recent versions of Windows operating systems.
• Proficient in managing and supporting various versions of SQL Server including SQL server 2016 and newer, ensuring smooth migration, upgrade and compatibility across different environments.
• Familiarity in deploying, configuring, and managing cloud native database solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
About the Company:
NexGen Data Systems is an emerging technologies focused company providing expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense. NexGen Data Systems promotes a culture of knowledge and career advancement through continued learning, keeping our team current on the latest advances in systems and networking, and enabling our team to provide the best available solutions to our clients.
Benefits:
• Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee’s medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.
• Company provides short and long term disability plans.
• 401(k) match up to 10% of the employee’s salary contributions to 401(K) plan.
• Comprehensive training and development program.
• 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
NOTE: US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. In order to be qualified for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. We are unable to sponsor Visas at this time. NexGen Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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