Database Administrator I

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

About the role

The Database Administrator will utilize large datasets and provide reports on a wide range of subjects. They will create data dashboards, reports, and visualizations for the management team.

Responsibilities

• Build business and real-time systems using JavaScript, CSS, PL/SQL, and other languages in an iterative development environment.
• Analyze the needs and the environment to ensure the solution considers the current architecture and operating environment as well as future functionality and enhancements.
• Capture both configuration and customization requirements and document them for Product Management and Product Development teams.
• Manage client expectations, educate them regarding the system, and guide them into a solution that meets their needs while adhering to products’ standard functionality.
• Define and document customer business functions and processes; consult with all levels of the client to discern and document business needs, objectives, operational procedures, problems, input and output requirements, and levels of systems access.
• Act as liaison amongst end-users, project managers, sponsors, developers, and product managers in the analysis, design, configuration, testing, acceptance, adoption, and maintenance of software.
• Analyze the feasibility of and develop requirements for system enhancements; ensure designs fit user needs.
• Track and fully document changes to functional and business specifications; write detailed universally understood procedures for records and training.
• Identify opportunities for improving business processes through software and services.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals for new and existing clients.
• Read and interpret requirements and functional technical literature; translate into terms understandable to end-users.
• Work with clients to plan, organize, and conduct business process reengineering and change management projects.
• Research and prepare statistical reports using system data to help clients understand system benefits.
• Participate in user acceptance testing and testing of new system functionality.
• Provide technical assistance in training, mentoring, and coaching of professional and technical staff.
• Help develop or revise training curriculum and conduct formal training sessions.
• Provide support to the help desk, guiding clients to resolve issues.
• Provide direction to technical staff and act as a team lead.
• Gather complex data inputs from multiple sources, both internally and externally.
• Run data queries from reporting tools (Oracle APEX and Cognos), ensuring integrity of data and reporting.
• Proactively find ways to streamline and automate reporting and daily activities.
• Perform special projects and ad-hoc analysis.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate business systems to ensure availability of supporting data.
• Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with business stakeholders.
• Work effectively with cross-functional business partners including Accounting, Human Resources, Proposals, IT, and Marketing.
• Ensure selected security controls are implemented and operating as intended during all phases of the IS lifecycle.
• Ensure system security documentation is developed, maintained, reviewed, and updated continuously.
• Conduct required IS vulnerability scans according to risk assessment parameters.
• Develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) in response to reported security vulnerabilities.
• Review O365 and Azure Secure Scores; remediate vulnerabilities as necessary.
• Responsible for security-related helpdesk tickets and ensure all security issues are properly logged.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred or one year of related experience and/or training.
• Related Oracle experience helpful.
• Ability to demonstrate discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Innately curious with a strong ability to think creatively and develop new solutions.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Resourceful and motivated with an ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

Skills

• Knowledge of database languages with solid SQL querying skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products; proficiency in MS Excel is required.
• Communications: Expresses ideas verbally and in writing; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others informed; selects appropriate communication methods.
• Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

Schedule

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours.