Database Designer

DSA is searching for a highly qualified Database Designer with an active Secret clearance to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. This hybrid role requires up to 20% on-site presence.

Required Qualifications

Active Secret security clearance
A Bachelor's Degree, in Computer Science, Mathematics, or other Engineering or Technical discipline + 4 years of relevant experience all within the last 4 years.
Three (3) additional years of applicable experience with appropriate certifications/relevant experience may be substituted for the degree. (Total 7 yrs experience)
Experience reviewing and performing analysis of Database architectures and configuring new SQL databases
Desired Qualifications Experience supporting the United States Army
Experience with Cloud and Cloud Migration efforts
Key Responsibilities Installs, configures, operates and maintains database servers
Develops processes for optimizing database security
Sets, implements and maintains database standards
Manages database access
Performs database systems performance tuning
Installs, upgrades, and manages database applications
Diagnoses, troubleshoots and corrects database errors
Recommends and implements emerging database technologies and security features
Creates and manages database reports, visualizations, and dashboards
Creates automation for repeating database tasks
Holds and maintains IAT Level II Commercial Baseline and Commercial Computing Environment Certifications as per DoD 8570.1M relevant to DBA duties
Holds and maintains all DoD 8570.1M certifications required to obtain elevated access permissions.
Maintains the network cyber security posture to include scanning and remediation of cyber vulnerabilities
Performs risk analysis to identify threats, vulnerabilities and likelihood and impact of exploitation
Performs user support and problem resolution.
Complies with organization's information classification program and procedures for information compromise
Understands, follows and promotes the values and principles in the Agile Manifesto
Understands, follows and promotes continuous cyber security risk management

Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws. DSA requires background checks, where permitted, by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.
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