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Overview

DecisionPoint Corporation is seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to manage the data systems, security, and integration for the Personnel Enterprise Decision Support System (PEDSS).

This position is on-site at either The Pentagon or our Reston Corporate Office.

Duties & Responsibilities

Administer, test, and implement PEDSS databases, ensuring compliance with Army data policies.
Coordinate database updates, integrations, and security enhancements to safeguard Army personnel data.
Design and construct large relational databases, optimizing performance and system functionality.
Support the integration of new systems with existing data warehouse structures.
Implement security measures in compliance with DoD and Army regulations (e.g., DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST SP 800-171).
Perform database tuning, backup management, and data recovery planning.

Qualifications

Active Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 5 years experience in:

Database design, administration, testing, and implementation
System integration and performance optimization
Development of technical documentation

Experience with the following database technologies:

SQL, DB2, Oracle, Sybase, Datacom

Understanding of Army manpower and force management operations

Desired

An additional two years of technical experience as a programmer/analyst may be substituted for each year of formal education
Experience with CICS, COBOL, SAS, FOCUS and/or 4GL Client/Server & Web development tools
Knowledge of Army data systems, such as TAADS, PERSACS, and POSCEDIT

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

EEO and Affirmative Action Policy: DecisionPoint Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of DecisionPoint Corporation to provide equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action laws, directives and regulations to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under Federal, State or Local laws.
Pay Transparency Policy: In accordance with Presidential Executive Order 13665, DecisionPoint Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information: By expressing your interest and submitting your resume for this position, you authorize DecisionPoint Corporation to share your resume, as well as personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. Should DecisionPoint Corporation. or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre-employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.

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What You Should Know About Database Administrator, DecisionPoint Corporation

At DecisionPoint Corporation, we're on the lookout for a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to join our dynamic team in supporting the Personnel Enterprise Decision Support System (PEDSS). Located at the bustling 1400 Defense Pentagon or at our Reston Corporate Office, this role is all about managing data systems security and integration to ensure the protection of Army personnel data. As a DBA, you'll take charge of administering, testing, and implementing PEDSS databases while ensuring all processes align with Army data compliance policies. From designing large relational databases to optimizing their performance, your expertise will play a pivotal role in enhancing system functionality. You'll collaborate to integrate new systems with existing data warehouses and implement robust security measures that follow Department of Defense regulations. To thrive in this position, you'll need an active Secret clearance, a Bachelor's degree, and a minimum of five years of hands-on experience in database design, administration, and system optimization. Familiarity with SQL, DB2, Oracle, and other database technologies is essential, and having knowledge of Army data systems would be a fantastic bonus. Your journey with us as a DBA means contributing to mission-critical systems that make a difference every day. Join us at DecisionPoint Corporation, where your skills not only drive our success but also enhance our nation's workforce capabilities.

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Database Administrator at DecisionPoint Corporation?

As a Database Administrator (DBA) at DecisionPoint Corporation, your primary responsibilities include administering and implementing the PEDSS databases, ensuring adherence to Army data policies, coordinating database updates, and implementing security enhancements. You will also design and optimize large relational databases, support system integrations, and execute performance tuning and data recovery planning.