Database Business Analyst with Active Secret Security Clearance - Onsite in Portsmouth, VA
U.S. Citizenship and an Active Secret Security Clearance is required.This job is onsite in Portsmouth, VA.Position OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Database Business Analyst to support a shipyard-focused program. This role involves analyzing business requirements, designing database solutions, and supporting data analytics that inform operational and leadership decision-making.The ideal candidate will have experience with database systems, business process analysis, and data integration, including working with Navy or defense IT systems, and the ability to translate operational needs into actionable database designs and metrics.Key Responsibilities Evaluate, optimize, and maintain database configurations and accessManage and support medium- to high-complexity databases, ensuring performance, recovery, and backup processesAnalyze business requirements and translate them into database designs, data specifications, and reporting solutionsSupport the development and maintenance of corporate metrics, dashboards, and data visualizations for operational and performance trackingCreate analytic reports for shipyard maintenance activities, including project metrics, execution metrics, productivity metrics, and operational summariesAnalyze cost performance, schedule adherence, work stoppages, and capacity utilization across shipyard operationsIntegrate data across multiple IT systems, including Navy IT environmentsDevelop new metrics or enhance existing ones to drive performance and decision-making, covering areas such as planning, quality, material, safety, and testingConduct data collection, analysis, and cost-benefit assessmentsDevelop custom queries and database solutions to meet operational and reporting needsEnsure data quality, integrity, and security across all supported systemsParticipate in technical user groups and metrics-focused working groupsSupport teams with database requirements documentation and system interface mappingBasic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline4–7 years of experience in database administration, business analysis or data managementProficiency with data analysis and reporting toolsPreferred Qualifications Graduate degree in a related technical disciplineExtensive experience (8–10+ years) in database analysis, business intelligence, or data managementExtensive experience with Navy IT systems or other large-scale, defense-related IT environments.Strong SQL and database query development skillsExperience with business intelligence or reporting platforms, including Business Objects or similar toolsPrior experience supporting large-scale defense or Navy programsExtensive experience (8–10+ years) in enterprise data architectureStrong background in data integration and warehousing solutionsPrior experience supporting large-scale, complex programsPowered by JazzHR