Database Administrator (AHT)

Location: United States-Ohio-Wright-Patterson AFB

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS), Beavercreek Ohio, is seeking a Database Administrator with PostgreSQL or similar Relational Database experience at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. NASIC is responsible for creating all-source intelligence defining the present and future air, air defense, cyber, space and ballistic missile threats to enable military operations, force modernization, and policy making. They should have a track record as an effective communicator and problem solver who is able to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This hiring candidate will be an active part of a team of Systems, Network, and Storage Administrators who collaborate to support multiple networks including both Windows and Linux operating systems.

Basic Qualifications:

• Active Department of Defense Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance
• IAT Level II certification such as SecurityX (formerly CASP+) or Security+
• One of the following:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent with 6 Years relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with 2 Years related experience
  • Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with 0 Year related experience
• 3 Year PostgreSQL/Oracle Administration Experience (or similar relational database solution)

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, ArangoDB Database administration.
• Strong knowledge of Windows or Linux environments Systems Administration.
• Experience with DevOps architecture such as Kubernetes, Nexus, Harbor, Docker, GitLab, etc.
• Experience with scripting using tools such as Bash, Python, Perl, PowerShell, etc.
• Knowledge of Docker/Podman.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes.

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.