Database Designer

Diné Source is seeking a Database Designer to support the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) in the ongoing modernization of the Defense Retired & Annuitant Pay System (DRAS-M). The candidate will contribute to building a secure, high-performance, cloud-native database environment that supports the transition to a government-owned, government-operated pay system.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Database Management, or related technical field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in database design, development, or administration
• Security + CE/ IAT Level II certification
• Public Trust / IT II Security clearance eligibility. Must be a US citizen
• Proficiency in Oracle database design and development
• Experience with relational database design principles and normalization
• Knowledge of indexing strategies and database performance optimization
• Understanding of database access control, encryption, and data masking practices
• Knowledge of Zero Trust security principles and federal compliance frameworks
• Familiarity with data modeling, entity-relationship diagrams, and data dictionary creation
• Experience supporting or participating in ETL processes for data migration
• Understanding of data quality analysis and governance practices
• Basic experience with Agile development using Jira, GitLab, or ServiceNow
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and development