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Database Administrator - Military Veterans

at General Dynamics

Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA NJ Atlantic City - FAA William J Hughes Technical Ctr (NJC003)
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ181224

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Database Analysis/Design

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Database Architecture, Database Implementation, Database Management, Dataset Management, Data Storage Management
Certifications:

Experience:
6 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
No

Job Description:

Program Labor Title: Database Administrator

GDIT Labor Title(s): Database Analyst Senior (5-plus years) or Database Analyst Senior Advisor (8-plus years)

Skill Definition: Coordinates changes to databases, tests and implements the database. Plans, coordinates, and implements security measures to safeguard computer databases. Develops standards and user guidelines to access database. Modifies existing databases and database management systems, Plans, coordinates and implements security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure. Schedules, plans, and supervises the installation and testing of new products. Monitors database performance and develops optimum values for database parameters. Specifies users and user access levels. Identifies and evaluates industry trends in database systems.

Required Skills / Capabilities:

Is a self-starter that requires minimal oversight and is responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and administering databases, including security, access, and documentation

Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems

Applies knowledge of API (Application Programing Interface) for data services and databases

Designs, develops, builds, analyzes, evaluates, installs and administers database management systems to include database modeling and design, relational database architecture, metadata and repository creation and configuration management

Designs and implements databases with respect to access methods, access time, batch processes, device allocation, validation checks, organization, ETL tasks, protection and security, documentation, and statistical methods

Prepares system requirements, source analysis and process analyses and design throughout the database implementation

Defines database organizations, standards, controls, procedures, and documentation

Provides technical consulting in the definition, design, and creation of a database environment

Advises applications development staff and users on data-based solutions to business problems, data architectures, database management system facilities and capabilities, and the operation and tuning of databases

Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned

May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals

May serve as a technical team or task lead

Degree Requirements (from an accredited college or university):

Required: Bachelor's degree in operations research, computer science, test engineering, business, mathematics, management science, aviation, aeronautical, or air traffic management/science.

Required Years of Work-Related Experience: 6 to 10 years

Relevant Experience Requirement and Other Information: Database administration and management technical training and certifications are strongly desired, e.g., Oracle Certifications and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator. Familiarity with PostgreSQL /PostGIS and using Python scripts to collect, manage, transfer, normalize, analyze, and generate data visualization is preferred. Higher-level IT and data management degrees desirable.

Airport Operations experience or previous experience supporting FAA-related work also desired.

Master's Degree, MBA, or PhD in related field may be substituted for bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience.

The likely salary range for this position is $103,700 - $140,300. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
10-25%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA NJ Atlantic City

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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Atlantic City, NJ

Salary Range
$103,700 to $140,300
General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

Who We Are Looking For 

General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

Should I Apply?

At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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