Tygart is currently seeking a Data Engineer / Database Administrator to support a DOJ component. The candidate will be an integral part of a collaborative team, working closely with government staff to develop innovative solutions that meet the needs of business stakeholders. This position requires the candidate to hold a current Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities include:

1. Utilize SQL databases and reporting tools to support the implementation of new IT capabilities and solutions through notifications, reports, and data.
2. Provide support for data needs and deliver SQL-based notifications and reporting services.
3. Analyze user requirements and deliver comprehensive system solutions, including installing and integrating database functionality with IT solutions and business needs.
4. Manage, optimize, and support a variety of relational database management systems and data services.
5. Administer, operate, and maintain data using database administration tools and other system management utilities, particularly in relation to SharePoint integration and Microsoft SQL technologies.
6. Design and implement new data storage frameworks (databases, lakes, warehouses, cubes) to support strategic and tactical organizational goals.
7. Develop relationships with data owners, overseeing the implementation, management, and control of data to ensure continuity between processes and the IT infrastructure.
8. Perform system requirements collection, schema design, optimization, and provide ongoing maintenance for IT database systems.
9. Maintain, validate, and verify systems in accordance with agency policies, industry best practices, and ensure comprehensive system documentation.
10. Provide subject matter expertise in collecting, analyzing, and implementing IT engineering solutions to meet the communication and data management needs of business processes.
11. Offer technical leadership, assess, identify, recommend, and implement services in support of mission-critical needs.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Current Top Secret security clearance 
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or another related analytical, scientific, or technical discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in database management, utilizing technologies such as MS Access, SQL, Oracle, MySQL, Postgres, XML, and CSV.
• At least 3 years of experience with web technologies, including SharePoint and Microsoft SQL, as they pertain to delivering, consuming, reporting, and visualizing information in Internet/browser-based environments.
• At least 3 years of experience in managing and administering SQL Server and other databases, including notifications and reporting services.
• Familiarity with server administration, Windows virtual server administration, and government information security, assurance, and accessibility protocols.
• Experience migrating databases between different environments is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and possess strong oral and written communication skills, along with excellent organizational capabilities.
• Experience supporting law enforcement or intelligence agencies with a global presence is highly desired.