Jr. Database Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support day-to-day activities related to the administration and management of relational databases across enterprise environments.
• Design, implement, and maintain databases in client/server configurations, ensuring efficient storage, retrieval, and integrity of data.Se
• Conduct database quality control and auditing processes to validate appropriate data usage and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Assist with the implementation and support of complex database systems, including tasks related to JCL, access methods, access time, device allocation, validation checks, and security.
• Perform database programming tasks and contribute to the integration of front-end/back-end systems through database design and architecture.
• Utilize query languages such as Oracle, PL/SQL, SQL Server, and MS Access to perform data analysis and optimization.
• Maintain and update database dictionaries, monitor adherence to established standards, and document all data definitions and procedures.
• Collaborate with developers and system engineers to ensure database designs support evolving business requirements.
• Monitor system performance and assist with tuning databases for performance optimization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Two (2) years of progressive experience using database query languages including Oracle, PL/SQL, SQL Server, and MS Access.
• Two (2) years of hands-on experience with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS).
• Experience working with multiple operating systems and additional programming languages.
• Participated in at least two projects involving database design, development, or administration.

Certifications

• Relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority.
• DoD Approved 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II: Baseline Certification:
• COMPTIA Security+ CE
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security
  • COMPTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Global Industriel Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
  • Global Information Assurance Certification (GAIC) Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
  • Certified Network Defender (CND)
  • Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) 12c or higher
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Foundations 2020 or higher
• OCP WebLogic 11g or higher
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CCP)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• MCSE: Windows Server 2016
• MCSA: Windows Server 2016
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)

Clearance

• Secret - IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive clearance or Tier 3 (T3) investigation.

We are seeking a Database Administrator-Junior to join our team supporting Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) EAS.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. 

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring states within the United States. 
• Type of environment: Office, Remote, Varies
• Noise level: (Low, Medium, High)
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 10%

List of Approved States:

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, ME, MA, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, D.C, WV, WI, WY.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

US Citizenship

Secret

OTHER INFORMATION

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.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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