Database Administrator

HII

Database Administrator overseeing smooth operation and design of databases at HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding. Conducting performance tuning and maintaining database security for Navy nuclear shipbuilding projects.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in database management, including performance tuning, security, and integrity controls, while effectively communicating technical solutions to customers. Proficient in developing stored procedures and triggers, with a strong foundation in relevant programming languages and tools.

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Database ManagementPerformance TuningSQLVBAPython

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Hard Skills

Database DesignStored ProceduresTriggersBackup RecoveryPerformance TuningSQLPythonCOGNOSPower BIAI Technologies

Soft Skills

OwnershipCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MS Office

Industry Keywords

Database IntegrityDatabase SecurityPolicies and ProceduresTransaction Monitoring

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CognosPythonSQLVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implements and maintains smooth operation and physical design of databases
Conducts performance tuning of indexes and databases in general
Reviews database design and integration of systems, provides backup recovery and makes recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements
Maintains security and integrity controls
Formulates policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management, and monitors transaction activity and utilization
May develop stored procedures and/or triggers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 4 year of relevant professional experience
One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications: NNS Apprentice School graduate, Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate, Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience, Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience, High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience, High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience
Proficiency with MS Office products and VBA is required
Experience with python, COGNOS, SQL and Power BI is highly desired
Experience with AI technologies is desired
Strong candidates will be motivated individuals who demonstrate ownership of their products and the ability to communicate technical ideas and work closely with customers on optimal solutions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
on-site health centers
tele-medicine
wellness resources
employee assistance programs
savings plan options (401K)
financial education and planning tools
life insurance
tuition reimbursement
employee discounts
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships