Database Administrator for Government Contract

Company Description Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, ISN Corporation is a nationwide provider of specialized professional services to Federal government agencies. ISN's portfolio includes work with over 100 Federal agencies. ISN Corporation has been awarded a place in the Washington Business Journal's list of the 50 Fastest Growing Government Contractors. ISN is was also on the Business Inc. Magazine's 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies for two years. ISN Corporation offers many competitive benefits to its employees, including: Major medical insurance with prescription coverage Dental plan Flexible spending Short-term and long-term disability benefits at no cost to employees Basic life insurance at no cost to employees Retirement Plan Paid leave with accrual beginning at Date of Hire We are looking for an energetic, self-starting, organized, detail-oriented candidate with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment to join our team. Job Description ISN is seeking a Database Administrator to support the Department of Housing and Urban Development with its Single Family - Data Analysis and Reporting Tool (SF-DART) in the development, installation, configuration, upgrading, administration, monitoring, maintenance, and security of databases and performance. Additional skills include: Familiarity with database queries Knowledge of database design and theories Experience with Red Hat Linux and AWS Familiarity with database management best practices Knowledge of IT security best practices Experience with a variety of computer information systems Excellent attention to detail Problem-solving and critical thinking Ability to explain complex ideas in simple terms Applicant must have a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and be able to pass a security background check. Qualifications Install and maintain the performance of database servers. Develop processes for optimizing database security. Set and maintain database standards. Manage database access. Performance tuning of database systems. Install, upgrade, and manage database applications. Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors. Recommend and implement emerging database technologies. Create and manage database reports, visualizations, and dashboards. Create automation for repeating database tasks. Applicants must show performance and competency in the following tasks during the previous three (3) years: 1) design of database strategies, development, installation, configuration, upgrading, administration, monitoring, maintenance, and security of databases and performance 2) completing and effectively employ different database design techniques, requirements and implementing new releases and database coordination. Additional proficiencies: Red Hat Linux, AWS, ThoughtSpot AI, Talend Data Integration Additional Information ISN Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer ISN Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. ISN Corporation is a Drug-Free Workplace. Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment background investigation before beginning employment.