Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Database Analysis/Design

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Database Architecture, Database Management Systems (DBMS), Database Systems, Database Technologies, Design

Certifications:

Experience:

15 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Database Architect

Deliver insights to help our clients turn data into action as a Database Architect at GDIT. Your work will provide transformative solutions to our clients’ big-data obstacles and help advance the mission. Here, you can make a meaningful impact on our clients’ mission and on your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Database Architect you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Database Architect joining our team to design, develop, and implement databases for our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of database technologies, data modeling, and data warehousing, ensuring the integrity, performance, and scalability of our database systems.

HOW A DATABASE ARCHITECT WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
● Responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and administering databases, including security, access, and documentation

● Design and implement database architecture solutions, ensuring data quality, performance, and scalability.

● Develop and maintain database structures, schemas, and procedures.

● Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into database designs.

● Optimize and troubleshoot database performance issues.

● Ensure database security and compliance with industry standards.

● Conduct regular database backups and recovery processes.

● Stay current with emerging database technologies and industry trends.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
● Required Experience: 15+ years of related experience.
● Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI
● Location: On Customer Site
● US Citizenship Required

Required Skills and Abilities

● Proven experience as a Database Architect or similar role.

● Extensive experience with database management systems such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, etc.

● Strong knowledge of database design, data modeling, and data warehousing.

● Experience with performance tuning and optimization.

● Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

● Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

● Certification in database technologies (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional).

● Experience with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure).

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

The likely salary range for this position is $193,972 - $262,431. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Newington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.