Job Description
Position Description: Systems and Database Administrator – Navy FACTS Contract Location: Naval Station Norfolk, Norfolk, VA
Security Clearance: Top Secret (Required)
Work Schedule: Currently remote with on-site work on Tuesdays; subject to change to 100% on-site at any time.
Position Overview We are seeking a Systems and Database Administrator to support the Navy Financial Accounting & Cost Tracking System (FACTS) contract at Naval Station Norfolk. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the administration, security, and optimization of z/OS DB2 databases and server environments, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards. The role requires experience in database and system administration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
Key Responsibilities – Database Administration - Assist in routine administration of z/OS DB2 databases, including backups, restores, and performance monitoring.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database performance, indexing, and query optimization issues.
- Ensure database security and compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements.
- Work with the development team to maintain and optimize server and database integration.
- Execute database scripts and implement server configuration changes as needed.
- Apply patches and upgrades to database systems, ensuring minimal downtime and system stability.
- Support server backup and recovery processes, assisting with disaster recovery planning and implementation.
- Participate in training and knowledge-sharing opportunities to enhance expertise in database administration .
Key Responsibilities – System Administration - Administer and maintain Windows Server environments (2012-2019), including Microsoft SQL Databases and Cognos Analytics.
- Provide server and workstation administration, including software installation, upgrades, patches, and ACAS scan mitigations.
- Conduct routine backups for FACTS Cognos servers and maintain COOP plan updates.
- Work with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to mitigate server and workstation vulnerabilities, ensuring optimal system performance and minimal downtime.
- Coordinate with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) team to provide documentation for Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages.
- Capture work in Azure DevOps, creating and managing tasks as needed .
Qualifications & Requirements - Active Top Secret Clearance (Required).
- CompTIA Security+ CE Certification (Required).
- Experience in z/OS DB2 database administration, including performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing.
- Windows Server administration expertise, including installation, configuration, and patch management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft SQL, Cognos Analytics, and ACAS vulnerability mitigation.
- Experience working with STIG and RMF compliance for cybersecurity requirements.
- Knowledge of server backup, disaster recovery, and COOP planning.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for database performance and system optimization.
- Ability to collaborate with development, cybersecurity, and system administration teams.
- Strong technical documentation and training skills.
This position offers a unique opportunity to support
mission-critical database and system administration for the U.S. Navy while ensuring
secure and efficient system operations .
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work,