Location: Remote, USA

About the company:  
At VivSoft, we aim to solve complex federal problems using emerging and open technologies in a collaborative and rewarding environment. VivSoft is a diverse team of strategists, engineers, designers, and creators experienced in building high performance effective softwares, with impactful organizational design and organizational dynamics for software delivery. We build secure Software Factories based on DoD reference designs and NIST Frameworks for Cloud and DevSecOps. These factories deliver AI/ML Applications, Data Science Platforms, Blockchain and Microservices for DoD, Healthcare and Civilian Agencies

Job Summary:
The Systems Engineer is responsible for the provisioning, configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware, software, and infrastructure in support of Oracle and/or SQL Server environments. This key role ensures compliance with security and regulatory standards, supports innovation through R&D, and provides documentation and communication across technical and project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain Oracle and/or SQL Server database environments across Windows Server and HP-UX platforms
• Manage and optimize database performance, storage, and system resources to ensure high availability and reliability
• Perform routine database backups, recovery operations, and disaster recovery planning
• Develop and maintain database scripts, PL/SQL or T-SQL code, and stored procedures
• Conduct systems analysis to identify and resolve technical issues, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement infrastructure improvements and enhancements
• Ensure compliance with DoD security standards and organizational policies, including patch management and access controls
• Document system configurations, technical procedures, test results, and change management activities
• Participate in technical research and development efforts to drive infrastructure modernization and innovation
• Provide technical support and guidance during system migrations, upgrades, and deployment efforts
• Communicate project objectives, technical designs, and status updates to stakeholders and team members
• Serve as a key contributor to the proposal, design, and implementation phases of mission-critical systems initiatives

Skills Required:

• Must possess an IT-I Critical Sensitive clearance or Tier 5
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliant certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+)
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in systems engineering or a related technical field
• 5 years of hands-on experience supporting Oracle and/or SQL Server database environments
• Expertise in one or both of the following database platforms:
• Oracle: Experience with Oracle Database 11g, PL/SQL, Oracle stored procedures, performance tuning, E-R database design, backup/recovery, and HP-UX 11.3.x
• SQL Server: Experience with SQL Server 2012, T-SQL, performance tuning, backup/recovery, and Windows Server 2016
• Strong knowledge of operating systems: Windows Server 2016 and HP-UX 11.3.x
• Understanding of database security practices, system documentation standards, and systems analysis
• Industry-recognized technical certification (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Visions Plans (Healthcare benefits are 100% employer-paid for employees only)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Flexible/Combined PTO, Bereavement Leave, 11 Company Paid Holidays)
• 401K Retirement Plan with employer match
• Professional Development Training Reimbursement
• Flexible/remote work schedules