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Role Description

Diné Source is seeking an expert Senior Database Modeler to design, implement, and maintain the highly secure Oracle database environment. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in advanced Oracle security features and will be responsible for translating stringent Zero Trust and IL5 security requirements into a robust, scalable, and enforceable database architecture. You will be the primary steward of the database schema and its underlying security model, ensuring data is protected at every layer through sophisticated access controls and encryption.

Qualifications

• Working experience as an Oracle Database Modeler, Database Architect, or a similar role in a security-focused environment.
• Deep, hands-on expertise with implementing and managing advanced Oracle security features, specifically:
  • Oracle Label Security (OLS)
  • Oracle Database Vault (DV)
• Proven track record of designing and building secure data access APIs using PL/SQL packages, stored procedures, and views.
• Strong proficiency in PL/SQL and a deep understanding of how to build a secure, definer-rights-based API layer.
• Expert knowledge of Oracle's session context mechanisms (SYS_CONTEXT, DBMS_SESSION) and their use in enforcing security policies.
• Solid understanding of relational database design principles and performance tuning.
• Familiarity with secure network connectivity concepts for databases (e.g., TCPS/TLS).

Requirements

• Experience designing database solutions for compliance with government or military security standards (e.g., DoD IL5, DISA STIGs).
• Practical experience applying Zero Trust security principles to a database environment.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) and Oracle Data Redaction.
• Familiarity with high-availability Oracle solutions such as Real Application Clusters (RAC) or Data Guard.
• Understanding of application-level concerns, including JDBC connection pooling and the challenges of context management.
• Knowledge of enterprise identity management (e.g., Microsoft Entra ID) and secrets management solutions (e.g., HashiCorp Vault, CyberArk).

Company Description

Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that delivers IT, professional, and environmental solutions to advance the missions of federal, state, and tribal government agencies. As thought leaders and innovators, our team of specialists build client-centric solutions that solve critical challenges faced by defense, civilian, and healthcare organizations. Employing a mission-focused approach, we deliver value that not only enhances current operations, but also drives future change. Closely aligned with this approach is our commitment to advancing the Navajo Nation and its People. Through economic development and community empowerment, we elevate the Navajo Nation to provide lasting impact and sustainable growth for future generations. DDC’s ability to unite legacy-inspired technologies, industry best practices, and proven methodologies has contributed to our success for twenty years.