Database SpecialistSacred Heart University • Fairfield, CT, US

Database Specialist

Sacred Heart University • Fairfield, CT, US

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Expires on October 25, 2025

Database Specialist

Company Overview

Syneren Technologies Corporation has expertise in operating, maintaining, and modernizing applications and IT systems for the Federal Government. We provide scientific and engineering expertise for critical agency missions. Our goal is to be at the forefront of change so that we can bring the best ideas to fruition for our clients' missions.

Mission & Vision

To be the leading provider of enduring systems engineering and software solutions, delivering measurable results, exceeding customer expectations, and fostering a workplace that promotes continuous growth and empowers employees to thrive, while enabling the missions of our customers and partners with high-quality products and services that lead to 100% satisfaction.

Summary of the Position

The Database Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing database systems to ensure data accuracy, security, and accessibility across an organization. They play a critical role in managing digital information and supporting data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

Database Design & Implementation
Develop and deploy database architectures tailored to business needs.
Create data models and define relationships between data entities.
Monitor performance and tune databases for speed and efficiency.
Conduct regular updates and patches to ensure system reliability.
Data Integrity & Security
Enforce data validation rules and integrity constraints.
Implement access controls, encryption, and backup strategies to protect sensitive information.
Occasionally conduct workshops or tutorials for staff on basic database usage or data entry protocols.
Assist in creating custom reports for departments using database queries, though this may fall more under business intelligence roles.
Participate in meetings or planning sessions with non-technical teams to understand data needs or offer insights.
Help QA teams test database-related features during application development, even if not directly responsible for testing.
Additional Responsibilities
Design and maintain databases including database architecture, database structures, and data dictionaries. Additionally, perform data recovery, cloud, and backup operations, as well as evaluate and recommend improvements to the cybersecurity posture, database monitoring, troubleshooting, performance tuning, repair, backup and restoration as well as database patches installation and upgrades to be conducted.
Transition data into and out of IT Enterprise databases and data environments via manual and automated means.
Transition data between different classification domains within IT Enterprise via manual and automated means at regular intervals based on operational demand.
Identify, plan, implement, test, and maintain data storage plans, process, and solutions for IT including physical, virtual, and cloud capabilities.

Required Qualifications :

IAT II Certifications IAW DoD (For DoD IAT Level 2, the two required certs are as follows : CompTIA Security+ or SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner). Other security-related certs that are accepted (in addition to the above two certs) as well for the DoD IAT Level 2 include CCNA Security; CySA+; GICSP; GSEC.

Ability to work within an SIPRNET On-Prem and Azure environment.

3 years or more experience in SQL, MySQL, Oracle or other similar databases.

Working Conditions

Standard office environment.

May require extended hours during project deadlines or system implementations.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods in stationary position at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

The person in this position needs to occasionally move throughout the office, including across longer distances such as from the building entrance to the workspace.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

ADA Compliance : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EEO-1 Statement : We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

E-Verify Participation : This employer participates in E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

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Database Specialist • Fairfield, CT, US