Data Engineer
Gdh Consulting, Inc.

Job Info

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Job Description:
Our client is hiring a skilled and experienced Data Engineer III to join our team. This role is pivotal in supporting our customers in the design, build, and operation of database infrastructure. The successful candidate will tackle complex problems and challenges to enhance the reliability and performance of the database environment. This position involves daily maintenance, monitoring, performance analysis, tuning, troubleshooting, problem resolution, and user assistance to improve application database platforms. This is a technical role requiring a deep understanding of software programming, development, and database administration. The role is based on supporting a federal client, hence adherence to federal regulations, including the Federal Controlled Substance Act, is mandatory. All candidates will be subject to drug screening as part of the selection process.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain database platforms to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Investigate database-related problems, implement solutions, achieve efficiency gains, and automate repetitive tasks.
• Define and champion database best practices within the organization.
• Perform and/or automate routine database maintenance operations and tasks to ensure system integrity.
• Improve and maintain the backup and recovery process to safeguard data.
• Utilize database performance/modeling expertise in support of design, infrastructure, query analysis, security, and integrity issues.
• Coordinate data integrity efforts and develop/maintain logical and physical data models.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to translate business requirements into data models.

Qualifications:

• Ability to pass a customer background check for access to facilities and equipment.
• Proficient in using a scripting language (such as Python) to automate database administration tasks.
• Experience in Microsoft Azure cloud database technologies or equivalent (AWS, GCP).
• Preferred certification at the Information Assurance Technical (IAT) I or II level (e.g., CCNA, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, SSCP).
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Programming, or a related field from an accredited educational institution.
• A minimum of 6 years' relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education/experience.
• DoD or Federal Government experience.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve database issues effectively.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop strategies for improving database architecture.
• Must adhere to all applicable federal regulations, including the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

This opportunity is ideal for a dedicated and technically skilled professional seeking to make a significant impact in a challenging and dynamic environment. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about joining our team, we encourage you to apply.

About GDH:
At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:
GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

Benefits of Working for GDH:

• Professional Development
• Competitive pay
• Full health insurance
• 401k Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Weekly Paycheck & Direct Deposit
• & More!

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, GDH Consulting, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Applicants with disabilities that require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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