Jr. Database Administrator

Full-time - Entry Level

Saint Louis, MO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

We are seeking a Jr. Database Administrator to join our Task Order proposal on the Defense Intelligence Agency's Solutions for the Information Technology Enterprise III (SITE III). The Jr. Database Administrator implements and optimizes the computerized database systems that support the Company's or client's ability to function on a daily basis. TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assists Database Designers/Information System Analysts in the development and creation of SQL and Web-based databases and database systems.
• Reviews technical designs, reports, documentation, and other materials produced by staff; creates and maintains high-level reporting systems using products such as Crystal Reports; researches and implements new database and online technology.

Requirements

• Active Top-Secret Clearance with a CI Poly
• HS, 8-10 years relevant experience; BS, 2-4 years relevant experience; MS, 0-2 years relevant experience

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability plans
• Long-term disability plans
• Vacation time
• Holidays