Job Overview
We invite skilled professionals to apply for the position of GCCS-J COP Database Administrator, supporting mission-critical operations remotely. This pivotal role will involve overseeing the optimization and functionality of database environments essential for our operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate comprehensive IT strategies that address both immediate and future technological demands.
- Oversee the Lifecycle Management Plan, utilizing agile methodologies for effective management of changes, releases, and initiatives.
- Coordinate implementation schedules and submit Requests for Change in accordance with Change Management Policies.
- Conduct user acceptance testing, performance evaluation, accessibility assessments, security checks, and system testing.
- Prepare pre-deployment documentation and release notes for updates.
- Define and execute release plans, clarifying roles and responsibilities.
- Analyze network issues and provide compatible solutions to enhance system operations.
- Deliver technical support, including documentation and system diagrams for diverse users.
- Assess the implications of proposed changes on operations, providing detailed analyses for decision-making.
- Engage in bandwidth optimization and conduct market research to identify emerging technologies.
- Develop testing plans and ensure quality assurance for all deliverables.
- Facilitate the migration and updates of applications across various platforms as required.
- Monitor and maintain database systems, ensuring service availability and providing status reports on updates and outages.
- Render Tier 2 support, encompassing VIP monitoring and cybersecurity vulnerability resolutions.
- Assist in the transition of services for emergency operations and annually update the COOP Plan.
- Strategically manage service transitions between data centers, ensuring operational continuity during transitions.
- Oversee modifications to mission command workstations and application servers, maintaining synchronization for local and remote users.
- Install and upgrade hardware and software, testing patches and releases, while escalating unresolved issues.
- Provide support for external GCCS-J connections and troubleshoot associated challenges.
Required Skills
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Profound experience with Agile Client and COP database products.
- Strong grasp of how Commands utilize COP and the prerequisites for obtaining the Common Operational Picture from USSTRATCOM and NMCC.
- Expertise with Red Hat, Linux, and Unix systems tailored to GCCS-J software.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with the Joint Support Service Center (JSSC) for software updates.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in database administration or a related field, showcasing a focus on defense technologies.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related discipline.
Career Growth Opportunities
Joining our organization presents you with unparalleled opportunities for professional development, enabling you to enhance your skills and advance your career within the defense technology sector.
Company Culture And Values
Our company fosters a collaborative and inclusive workplace environment, emphasizing our commitment to the highest standards of excellence and integrity in all our operations. We value diversity and aim to create an atmosphere where every employee can thrive and contribute meaningfully.
Networking And Professional Opportunities
We encourage networking and collaboration within our professional community, offering avenues for skill enhancement and ongoing development that connect you with industry leaders and innovators.
Employment Type: Full-Time