Database Administrator/Developer

Job Description

Description:

Client First Technologies is seeking a Database Administrator/Developer to support a contract with our government customer.? The Database Administrator will be responsible for leading and developing data centric solutions for the program, primarily working with database technologies such as Microsoft SQL Server, SQL, T-SQL, and Microsoft Visual Studio. The ideal candidate must possess a background in performing data analysis and development activities on production-level systems.?This is a full-time remote position.

CFT offers a competitive benefit package and collaborative work environment with a strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Requirements:

Responsibilities

Determine data access requirements, transaction rates, volume analysis, and other pertinent data required to develop an integrated database

Remediate tickets escalated to the Tier 2/3 service desk (Tier 2 tickets include but are not limited to data inserts, data updates and corrections, and data deletions; Tier 3 tickets include but are not limited to review of new or modified SQL scripts and system configuration changes)

Consult and advise customer developers to ensure the planning, design, and implementation of the system database will meet customer needs to incorporate all existing database information, as well as planning for growth in the future

Determine changes in the system databases by studying project requirements and identifying database characteristics, such as location, amount of space, and access method

Provide technical expertise to produce detailed database designs and design documentation, including data models, data flow diagrams, data dictionaries, and other technical documentation

Recommend solutions of the system database requirements to meet customer needs by understanding and using the current database physical structure and functional capabilities, database security, data back-up, and recovery specifications

Assist with data analysis activities to determine data relationships and attributes, convert analysis to technical specifications, and advise on database development

Utilize SQL to produce database queries from the system database, as requested

Assist with deployment activities across system environments

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field preferred

Minimum of two (2) years professional IT experience performing database administration and development activities

Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, SQL, T-SQL, and Microsoft Visual Studio

Experience working with software development teams leveraging a variety of development methodologies

Experience with creating reporting and dashboarding solutions

Must be able to work quickly with a high degree of accuracy with cross-functional teams

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Proficient with Microsoft 365 platform products and services

Experience developing reports and dashboards with Power BI or other reporting platforms

Experience working with the Department of Veterans Affairs?

Physical Demands

Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time

Occasional travel and overtime may be required

Required Clearances and Screenings

This position is subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility for a position designated with Low Risk sensitivity. Candidates with current Veterans Affairs (VA) Tier 1/Low Background Investigation or equivalent (e.g., DoD Tier 3/NACLC, Active Secret) are preferred

Full-time

Fully remote