Database Administrator III

$107,000 - $114,000/Yr

Unclassified - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Atlanta, GA

About the position

The Database Administrator III (DBA) is responsible for the maintenance, security, and efficiency of supported databases. This role involves monitoring and updating security measures, creating access accounts, and organizing databases for optimal document retrieval. The DBA will also collaborate with teams to implement database requirements, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with data security standards.

Responsibilities

• Builds, manages, and monitors databases and database applications.
• Identifies and implements database requirements for new or existing applications by collaborating with other teams.
• Modifies and implements changes to database systems and information.
• Ensures database systems are storing and retrieving data as intended.
• Monitors database operation and provides support to ensure accessibility of database applications and information.
• Plans and executes database upgrades and maintenance activities to ensure data security compliance.
• Creates and maintains database backup and recovery procedures.
• Works with developers to troubleshoot data-related issues.
• Executes disaster recovery plans and procedures to ensure database availability during outages.
• Optimizes database performance and efficiency by evaluating and recommending new database technologies.
• Supports users and developers by resolving data-related technical issues and troubleshooting queries.
• Executes regular database maintenance tasks, including defragmentation, backups, and replication.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Programming, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 6 years' relevant experience or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Knowledge of software programming, development, review, audit, testing, and configuration management.
• Ability to use a scripting language (such as Python) to automate database administration tasks.
• Experience in Microsoft Azure cloud database technologies.
• Certification at the Information Assurance Technical (IAT) II level, such as CCNA, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, SSCP.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the DoD or Federal Government industry.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• STD/LTD/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Training and Development Opportunities