JMSC-P Database System Support Specialist – SECRET Clearance required

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

SCA

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Database Entry, Database Systems, Distributed Interactive Simulation, High Level Architecture

Certifications:

None

Experience:

3 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Database System Support Specialist

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT and the Joint Multinational Simulation Center - Pacific (JMSC-P) as a Database System Support Specialist for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

• Develops, modifies, validates, and sustains JLVC simulation databases by using VISTA
• Apply simulation database standards, feature characterization, terrain attribution, and environmental data to ensure accurate representation
• Integrate C2, order of battle, and other operational data sets into simulation platforms
• Conduct comprehensive data validation, trouble shooting, and corrective actions to ensure simulation fidelity
• Customize and optimize database structures to meet specific scenario and exercise requirements                                         
• Collaborate with scenario designers and exercise planners to ensure data supports training objectives
• Assist with data formatting and import/export operations across all simulation platforms
• Generate documentation and metadata for all database builds and modifications
• Willing to learn, work as part of team, and as an individual with minimal guidance
• Participates in other projects as required

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: AS/AA in a related technical discipline, OR the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training
• Required Experience: 3+ years of related experience; MTC and military experience preferred
• Required Technical Skills:
  • Working knowledge of JLVC federate systems (JDLM, JCATS, JMECS, EXCIS, etc.)
  • Basic knowledge of HLA and DIS standards
  • Ability to perform data entry, import/export, and format conversions within simulation platforms
  • Understanding of the JELC process
  • Knowledge of how to integrate C2 systems
  • Experience with importing LDIF
  • Working knowledge of Army War Fighting Functions
• Certification: Comp TIA SEC+ certification required
• Security Clearance Level: SECRET clearance is required with ability to obtain TS/SCI Clearance
• Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Strong ability to identify and troubleshoot problems on assigned simulation drivers (JLVC/JCATS, etc.) (co-located and at remote sites)
  • Strong effective presentation and communication skills
  • Ability to manage time effectively to meet build schedules and exercise deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to lift 40lbs of equipment; ability to perform shift work of up to 12 hours with long periods of standing or walking
• Location: On Customer Site / moderate travel required to other customer sites in the AoR

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: 401K with company match
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $31.45 - $42.55. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsi