Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator

$112,000 - $179,000/Yr

Peraton - Riverdale Park, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Riverdale Park, MD

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

As a Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator at Peraton, you will play a crucial role in supporting national security by managing and optimizing database systems. This position involves performing database administration tasks, ensuring data integrity and availability, and collaborating with various teams to maintain the security and performance of databases. You will be part of a mission-critical team that contributes to the U.S. Intelligence Community's efforts, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform database administration activities, including installation and maintenance of database management software.
• Design and implement predictive analysis for database systems.
• Configure, provision, operate, and administer database management systems and related software.
• Design, install, monitor, maintain, and fine-tune production databases to ensure high data availability.
• Develop and implement database policies and procedures to maintain data integrity and availability.
• Collaborate with development, business, and operations teams to ensure data security and confidentiality.
• Take ownership of the availability, reliability, and integrity of business data stored in production databases.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience with SQL Server database administration with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years with a Master's degree; or 3 years with a PhD.
• TS/SCI clearance adjudication ability to obtain SCI and pass a poly OR TS with SCI eligibility and current poly OR ability to pass a poly.
• Active Security+ certification (DoD 8570 Baseline certification for IAT Level 2).
• Experience in installing, configuring, and maintaining database management systems according to project requirements.
• Ability to perform regular backups of all databases to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Experience in implementing and maintaining database security measures, including user access control and encryption.
• Ability to monitor database performance and optimize queries and indexes for improved efficiency.
• Experience in handling database migrations and upgrades, ensuring minimal downtime and data loss.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to design, develop, and document technical solutions and standard operating procedures.
• Experience with capacity planning, utilization, and performance monitoring.
• Familiarity with writing SQL queries to generate system data reports and modify data as necessary.
• Experience in database design and development.
• Experience architecting, designing, developing, and managing databases using relational databases.

Benefits

• Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents.
• 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap.
• Eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.