Senior Database Architect; TSSA

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Database Architect with advanced expertise in enterprise database platforms and BMC True Sight Server Automation (TSSA) to lead technical design, optimization, and integration of database automation solutions for a mission‑critical U.S. Coast Guard program. This position will be located in Kearneysville, WV and will be a hybrid position.

• Drive the design and implementation of advanced database architectures integrated with BMC TSSA to support enterprise automation initiatives.
• Lead complex database platform upgrades, migrations, and performance optimization efforts across multi‑platform environments.
• Provide expert‑level troubleshooting and resolution for critical database and TSSA‑related issues impacting availability and compliance.
• Develop sophisticated automation frameworks using TSSA, NSH, Power Shell, Python, and Bash to streamline database patching, compliance audits, and remediation.
• Oversee enterprise patch management strategies for Oracle, SQL Server, and Postgre
  
  SQL systems using TSSA, ensuring alignment with DoD and USCG security standards.
• Integrate database automation into TSSA‑based workflows, Dev Ops pipelines, and CI/CD processes to accelerate modernization and deployment cycles.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align database architecture and TSSA automation solutions with organizational objectives and security mandates.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for database architecture, TSSA configurations, operational procedures, and automation standards.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field with 12 years (or equivalent expertise ).

• Clearance:
  Active Secret clearance
• Certifications:
  
  DoD 8570 IAT Level II (e.g., Security CE, CySA )
• Database Expertise: 5 years of hands‑on experience with enterprise database platforms (Oracle, SQL Server, Postgre
  
  SQL), including design, implementation, and administration
• BMC TSSA Expertise: 5 years of experience integrating and automating database operations using BMC True Sight Server Automation
• Automation & Scripting:
  Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, T‑SQL, NSH, Python, Power Shell, and Bash for automation and customization
• Patch Management:
  Extensive experience in database patching and compliance enforcement using TSSA
• Operating Systems:
  Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux environments
• Troubleshooting:
  Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills for resolving complex technical issues

• Experience supporting DoD or U.S. Coast Guard environments
• Cloud
  
  Experience:
  
  Familiarity with AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database, or Google Cloud SQL
• Dev Ops and CI/CD:
  Understanding of Dev Ops principles and experience integrating databases and TSSA automation into CI/CD pipelines
• Certifications:
  
  Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Database Administrator Associate, AWS Certified Database Specialty

GovCIO is a team of transformers–people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can’t do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things – for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo  be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics  screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

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