Skills:
Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance
7+ years of experience managing SQL and Oracle databases
Experience implementing security patches, STIGs, to ensure security and compliance
Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field
Job Description:
Insight Global is looking to hire a Secret Cleared Database Specialist in Annapolis, MD to support a newly awarded defense contract.
This candidate will demonstrate expertise in the design, development, and administration of complex database management systems (DBMS), including system analysis, object-oriented design, and enterprise data/process modeling.
The candidate will support all SQL and Oracle databases within the environment. Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assist in the database design using activity/data modeling, transaction flow, internal control, risk analysis, and performance measurement techniques.
Manage all activities related to database administration, including long-range planning, resource allocation, backup/recovery, and security hardening.
Perform the startup/shutdown sequences, patching, upgrades, and version management for Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and MySQL databases.
Implement database security in alignment with CIS Benchmarks, STIGs, FIPS 140-2, and other compliance standards.
Configure PKI, SSL/TLS, and integration with authentication services such as LDAP, Active Directory, OpenID, OAuth2, and SAML. Manage databases within VMware (vSphere, vCloud Director, KVM), VDI environments (HorizonView, RDP, SSH, SSM), and commercial cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, IL6, Azure Government).
Manage failover/failback and sync recovery procedures for high-availability environments. Coordinate with developers, engineers, and system admins to schedule and execute database operations.
Write detailed SOPs, workflows, and security documentation for junior DBAs and operational transparency.
Support developers with storage/retrieval optimization, recommending database features and configurations for performance and scalability.
Deliver presentations and written reports on DBMS concepts, tradeoffs, and strategic recommendations.
Advise stakeholders, peers, and government clients on actions taken and future needs related to database systems.
Salary:
$137,000-$143,000