Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) is seeking a Senior Technical Specialist to provide technical expertise in interpreting and implementing a high-quality, scalable, and efficient databases for the DoD. This position is responsible for overseeing server configurations, manage network systems, and resolve technical issues and ensure the reliability, security, and performance of the IT environment. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Java programming language, have solid experience in web application development and front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities Conducts thorough testing, including unit testing and alpha testing to ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable, and robust software solutions. Ensures the stability, security, and availability of the database to support critical business operations and perform regular backups, monitor performance, and optimize database configurations to ensure seamless functionality. Reviews and tests large-scale web applications, ensuring adherence to coding standards, security best practices, and performance requirements. Prepares and/or develops detailed specifications for new applications, ensuring clear and comprehensive documentation of requirements, design, and functionality. Evaluates existing applications to refactor, update and add new features to an existing web application; enhance user experience and performance of existing web applications through continuous improvement and modernization. Monitors and maintains network infrastructure, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability, identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance network stability and efficiency. Provides technical support to end-users, addressing hardware, software, and connectivity issues. Maintains comprehensive and detailed documentation of system configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. Collaborates with IT team to plan and implement infrastructure upgrades, install, configure, and maintain server hardware and operating systems. Implements and enforces security measures to safeguard sensitive data, manage users access privileges, and monitor for potential security breaches. Identifies opportunities for automation and implement scripts or tools to streamline database administration task. Qualifications Secret Clearance. B achelor’s or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field. Minimum of 7 years’ experience working in Java development or Systems Administration. Proficient in Windows, Linus, or Unix operating systems. Strong knowledge of networking concepts and protocols. Proven experience as a database administrator, managing and maintaining database in a production environment. Experience with relational databases such as Oracle and Postgres using SQL/HQL. Excellent problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills. Familiarity with the “Wild Fly” application server. Experience using tools supporting Java Enterprise Edition such as Hibernate, Java Servlet Specification, and Java EE Context Dependency Injection. Experience diagnosing and resolving database-related issues, including performance problems, data corruption and connectivity errors. Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance. Desired Qualifications: Master’s degree or equivalent work experience. TS Clearance with SCI Eligibility Extensive proficiency in SQL and experience with Oracle or Postgres. Military experience/familiarity. Ability to ‘own’ and proactively drive work. Strong time management and organization skills. Job ID 2024-12742 Work Type On-Site Company Description Work Where it Matters Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal system support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders , ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers , ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost. As an ASE employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
