Stream A : Programmer Analyst Operations / Stream B: Database Administrator

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Please note that stream A complete position title is: Programmer Analyst– Unix and Windows Server Operations

It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e., Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets) in the screening questions. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established within the Departement of Fisheries and Oceans and may be used to staff similar positions in various locations in Canada, with various tenures (including indeterminate / term) and various linguistic requirements (English Essential, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB) and various security profiles.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
All streams:
ED1: Successful completion of two (2) years of an acceptable post-secondary educational program in computer science, information technology, information management or another specialization relevant to the position being staffed, OR an acceptable combination of education and experience.

The acceptable combination is defined as having a secondary school diploma in addition to a minimum of approximately three (3) years of experience in the Information Technology (IT) field.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
Both Streams:
EX1: Significant* experience in using monitoring tools, event management as well as systems or database analysis tools.

Stream A:
EX2: Significant* experience in the administration of servers.

EX3: Significant* experience in scripting, using PowerShell or Bash/Unix.

EX4: Significant* experience in administrating Web/application servers such as Apache/ Tomcat or IIS in Windows or Unix environments.

Stream B:
EX2: Significant* experience in the administration of databases.

EX3: Significant* experience in the administration of at least two (2) of the following database technologies: Oracle, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL.

EX4: Significant* experience in database installation, configuration and backup.

- Significant* is defined as experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of related activities for a period of approximately two (2) years.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Language requirement for position in Ottawa is Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB
Language requirement for position in Vancouver is English Essential.
Language requirement for position in Darthmouth is English Essential.

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

All Streams:
K1: Knowledge of Unix Scripting

Stream A:
K2: Knowledge of DevOps.
K3: Knowledge Subversion and Source control.
K4: Knowledge of Middleware related to java and web services.
K5: Knowledge of Web Application Architecture and HTTP

Stream B:
K2: Knowledge of SQL (Structured Query Language).
K3: Knowledge of normalization
K4:Knowledge of (how to apply) Security Controls such as ITSG-33 Security Controls

COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL SUITABILITIES:

All Streams:

-Client focus
-Attention to detail
-Initiative
-Dependability
-Analytical thinking
-Judgment
-Results orientation

ABILITIES:

All Streams:

-Ability to build and maintain positive long-lasting professional relationships.
-Ability to communicate effectively in writing
-Ability to communicate effectively orally
-Ability to perform diagnostics and troubleshooting on complex infrastructures and systems

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

EDUCATION:

All streams
AED1: A diploma from a 3-year program offered by a recognized educational institution with specialization in computer science, computer engineering or any other field related to the position.

AED2: A bachelor's degree from a recognized educational institution with specialization in computer science, computer engineering or any other field related to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

All streams:
AEX1: Experience working in a complex IT workplace including multiple application or database environments.

AEX2: Experience working with version control systems.

AEX3: Experience documenting business requirements into technical requirements.

AEX4: Experience troubleshooting technical issues and identifying potential solutions to meet changing user requirements.

AEX5: Experience preparing technical documentation (e.g., user guides, technical specifications).

Stream A:
AEX6: Experience in designing, implementing and maintaining cloud environments, or managing applications in the cloud.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Operational Requirements:
-Willing and able to work overtime.
-Willing and able to be on standby support.

Conditions of employment:
Secret security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

- A written test may be administered.

- An interview will be conducted.

- Reference checks may be sought.

- Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

- Applications sent via email will not be considered. Candidates must apply on Jobs.gc.ca.

- Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.