Duties And Responsibilities Include
A professional Database Administrator (DBA) will implement a SQL high availability database for AFNWC Helix ITSM on-premise implementation and keep the database up and running smoothly 24/7. The goal is to provide a seamless flow of information throughout the company, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users.
- Build database systems of high availability and quality depending on each end user's specialized role.
- Design and implement database in accordance BMC requirements.
- Define users and enable data distribution to the right user, in appropriate format and in a timely manner.
- Use high-speed transaction recovery techniques and backup data.
- Minimize database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses.
- Provide proactive and reactive data management support and training to users.
- Determine, enforce and document database policies, procedures and standards.
- Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity.
- Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required.
Required Qualifications
- Proven working experience as a Database Administrator.
- At least 3-5+ years of experience working with SQL and Oracle Databases. 8+ years' experience without a degree.
- Hands-on experience with database standards and end user applications.
- Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity, and SQL.
- Familiarity with database design, documentation, and coding.
- Previous experience with DBA case tools (frontend/backend) and third-party tools.
- Familiarity with programming languages API.
- Problem solving skills and ability to think algorithmically.
- Security + certification.
Desired Qualifications
- Direct Experience deploying database clusters supporting BMC Helix ITSM implementations.
- Certified Database Administration.
Education Requirement: Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering - Degree can be substituted with 8+ years of direct SQL and Oracle Database implementation and administration and a SQL certified administrator certification.
Clearance Requirement: Secret Required - TS/SCI preferred.
Why Join Gunnison?
- Gunnison takes on ambitious projects. We target fun, challenging work that requires creative thinking and innovation.
- Quality is our top priority.
- Gunnison employee benefits meet or exceed what other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area offer.
- There is a great sense of camaraderie at Gunnison. This is an atmosphere we will maintain as we continue to grow.
- We are growing rapidly and the opportunity for individual professional growth with Gunnison is outstanding.
- We hire for careers at Gunnison, not to fill a position.
Employee Benefits
Gunnison employee benefits meet or beat other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, including:
- Bonuses AND profit-sharing
- 401k Matching
- Certifications and training allowance $2,500/year
- 3 weeks of personal leave your first year (160 hours can roll over every year)
- 5 days of Flex-Time-Off per year
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Must be eligible for employment in the United States. We are unable to sponsor candidates at this time.
In 1994 Gunnison Consulting Group began serving the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, focused on tackling our customers' most ambitious technology projects.
By creating a culture dedicated to enabling our customers and employees to achieve more than they ever thought they could, the company has thrived for over 25 years.