Database Administrator

About the position

When you join the Cambridge team, you are part of a skilled and talented global community that is united by a set of core values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. Join our team and help us confront today's most threatening and complex obstacles! Cambridge International Systems, Inc., has a full-time Database Administrator opportunity based in Lexington, KY. Qualified candidates for this job must possess a current DoD Secret security clearance. This position is contingent upon contract award with an expected start date of April 1st, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Implements and optimizes the computerized database systems that support the Mission's ability to function.
• Implements and maintains smooth operation and physical design of databases.
• Conducts performance tuning of indexes and databases in general.
• Reviews database design and integration of systems, provides backup recovery and makes recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.
• Maintains security and integrity controls.
• Formulates policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management, and monitors transaction activity and utilization.
• May develop stored procedures and/or triggers.
• Administers a variety of database systems, such as Microsoft SQL Server, and other Database Management Systems (DBMS).
• Develops and enforces database administration and user standards and procedures; audits, modifies, and amends data in systems using SQL commands.
• Oversees the scheduling of database projects, database and transaction log backups, notifications, and database replication between multiple SQL Servers and remote sites.

Requirements

• Works closely with the Management Information Systems (MIS) team and outside users, providing expert-level database administration services and leveraging specialized knowledge to enhance accuracy and drive results.
• Analyzes, designs, implements, and maintains database systems for property and maintenance management and diverse range of companies.
• Performs database performance tuning, capacity planning, security management, data accuracy assurance, and data recovery.
• Provides after-hours support for database break/fix sustainment to ensure databases are always operational outside of scheduled outages.
• Ensures all hardware and software planned maintenance actions planned as part of a scheduled maintenance are completed within the allotted time.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of professional software development, computer engineering, or systems administration experience.
• DOD 8570-01M certification, IAT Level II or better (e.g. Security+ CE).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• 401(k) matching and immediate vesting
• Paid time off and holidays
• Generous tuition & training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Performance-based bonuses
• Community involvement & outreach
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tickets at Work