The Database Engineer provides technical expertise in database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, and data flow/analysis. This role develops relational and/or object-oriented databases, parser software, and database loading software.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing database structures aligned with overall system architecture.
- Supporting database administration and design for both short- and long-term requirements.
- Translating requirements into usable database schemas, ad hoc queries, scripts, and macros.
- Building and maintaining complex systems using queries, tables, Open Database Connectivity (ODBC), and cloud-based storage/retrieval.
- Leading the development of database structures, parser software, and loading software.
- Directing the organization of requirements into schemas and overseeing the development of ad hoc queries and scripts.
- Ensuring system performance by making trade-offs in data volumes, user numbers, distribution, response times, retention, security, and domain controls.
- Evaluating and recommending improvements, optimizations, and maintenance efforts.
- Staying current with emerging technologies and integrating solutions such as messaging protocols (e.g., Java Messaging, RabbitMQ).
The DE works primarily at the front end of the lifecycle (requirements through system acceptance testing and Initial Operational Capability).
Requirements
Experience: Minimum 10 years in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity; at least 7 years developing SQL Server database architecture.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in an IT discipline from an accredited institution (may substitute 4 years of database engineering experience in lieu of degree).
Certifications:
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II (or higher).
- LENEL Certified Expert (LCE) with a concentration in databases.
Benefits
Joining Avint is a win-win proposition! You will feel the personal touch of a small business and receive BIG business benefits. From competitive salaries, full health, and generous Open Time off and Federal Holidays. Additionally, we encourage every Avint employee to further their professional development. To assist you in achieving your goals, we offer reimbursement for courses, exams, and tuition. Interested in a class, conference, program, or degree? Avint will invest in YOU and your professional development! Salary $XXXX
Avint is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Top Skills
What We Do
Your Vision Achieved.
Avint delivers transformational cybersecurity solutions that help both commercial and government entities achieve mission success.
We understand the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape our nation faces. It is our mission to help federal and defense agencies, the intelligence community and commercial organizations alike to transform their security posture and, ultimately, defeat our adversaries. We optimize clients’ security investments by applying a holistic strategy that encompasses cyber and physical security governance, engineering, operations, compliance and management. Together, we build innovative and intuitive solutions that allow our clients to secure their assets with confidence.
Avint harnesses the expertise of world-class cyber and physical security leaders, technologists and innovators who share a passion for understanding what’s needed and what’s possible. Our team has provided advanced cybersecurity solutions within a wide range of technology environments across the country and around the world – and our continued success has earned us a reputation for being a trusted partner you can count on.
Avint was founded by CEO Marcie Nagel, a recognized national cybersecurity expert, U.S. Air Force and FBI veteran, and formal principal of the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation division of Booz Allen Hamilton. Learn more at avintllc.com.
