The Database Administrator, or DBA, is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and security measures of supported databases. Support will include monitoring and updating malware protection software to combat potential security breaches, creating account data for authorized individuals to access databases and organizing databases so individuals can find important documents in an efficient manner. This position will be 100% onsite in the Albany, GA area.
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.
As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to pass a customer background check for access to facilities, equipment and property.
Certification at the Information Assurance Technical (IAT) II level. These include CCNA, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, SSCP.
Knowledge of software programming, development, review, audit, testing, configuration management requirements and changes.
Ability to use a scripting language (such as Python) to automate database administration tasks.
Experience in Microsoft Azure cloud database technologies
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Builds, manages and monitors databases and database applications.
Identifies and implements database requirements for new or existing applications by working collaboratively with other teams.
Modifies and implements changes to database systems and information.
Ensures database systems are storing and retrieving data as intended.
Monitors database operation and provide support to ensure database applications and information are accessible.
Plans and executes database upgrades and maintenance activities to ensure data security compliance within database systems.
Creates and maintains database backup and recovery procedures.
Works with developers to troubleshoot data-related issues.
Executes disaster recovery plans and procedures to ensure database availability during system outages or dysfunction.
Optimizes database performance and efficiency by evaluating and recommending new database technologies.
Supports users and developers by resolving data-related technical issues and troubleshooting queries by guiding them with best practices.
Executes regular database maintenance tasks, including database defragmentation, backups, and database replication.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Programming, or related field from an accredited educational institution and a minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Preference given to DoD or Federal Government industry experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.
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 of this job.
EOE including Disability/Vet
The estimated pay range for this role is $100K to $125K, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.
CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
- STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
- Legal-Aid Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
- Training and Development Opportunities
Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).
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