IT Analyst

Primary Job Title: IT Analyst Alternate/Related Job Titles: • Database Administrator (DBA) • DevOps Database Analyst • SQL/Oracle Database Engineer • Database Operations Specialist • IT Systems Analyst - Data Services Location: Raleigh, NC Onsite Flexibility: RemoteContract Details: • Position Type: Contract • Contract Duration: 17 months • Start: As Soon As Possible • Schedule: Monday-Friday, Core Business Hours • On-Call Duties: Required for database monitoring and maintenance support Job Summary:The IT Analyst will provide DevOps and database administration (DBA) support for SQL Server, Oracle, DB2, and Netezza environments. This role involves ensuring database reliability, performance optimization, data integrity, and security administration across enterprise platforms. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with database troubleshooting, maintenance, and release management within large-scale or multi-database systems.Key Responsibilities: • Provide database administration and DevOps support for SQL Server, Oracle, DB2, and Netezza systems. • Troubleshoot and resolve connectivity, performance, and data load issues. • Manage scheduled releases, including database objects, jobs, and system updates. • Perform scheduled monthly database refreshes and coordinate maintenance windows. • Administer security configurations for servers, databases, and object-level permissions. • Perform regular database maintenance tasks such as backup, grooming, and vacuuming. • Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to ensure smooth deployments. • Support on-call rotations for critical database support incidents. • Monitor system health and optimize database performance and efficiency. • Maintain documentation of database configurations, backup strategies, and security procedures. Required Experience: • 2+ years of hands-on experience in: • Database Support (connectivity, performance tuning, and data load management) • Scheduled Releases and Job Management • Database Refresh and Backup Operations • Security Administration (server, database, object-level) • Database Maintenance (backup, groom, vacuum) • Strong knowledge of at least two of the following platforms: • SQL Server • Oracle • DB2 • Netezza Nice-to-Have Experience: • Experience working in DevOps environments with CI/CD processes for database management. • Familiarity with database automation tools and scripts. • Exposure to cloud-hosted database environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). • Knowledge of disaster recovery, replication, and high-availability configurations. Required Skills: • SQL Server, Oracle, DB2, Netezza Administration • Database Maintenance and Performance Optimization • Security and Access Control Preferred Skills: • DevOps and CI/CD Integration • Cloud Database Services • Scripting (PowerShell, Shell, or Python) Additional Skills: • Release scheduling and execution • Database backup and restore management • On-call troubleshooting and resolution Benefits: • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans • 401k Retirement Fund About the Client:A public sector technology organization providing enterprise-level IT solutions and infrastructure support across state and regional systems. The team is dedicated to maintaining secure, reliable, and efficient database environments, ensuring mission-critical applications perform seamlessly and meet operational needs.About GTT:GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 corporations, public sector agencies, and leading financial and technology firms across North America. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!Job Number: 25-27404