Senior SQL Database Admin NEW

$135,000 - $155,000/Yr

Zachary Piper Solutions - Fort Belvoir, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Fort Belvoir, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior SQL Database Administrator to support a large defense contractor at Fort Belvoir, VA. The role involves maintaining SQL Server databases in a large enterprise setting, ensuring high availability, and contributing to the overall database management strategy.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain enterprise database systems with high availability.
• Monitor SQL Server database backups and perform disaster recovery tests.
• Troubleshoot database performance issues and implement fixes/solutions.
• Establish and enforce database policies and standards.
• Generate and modify database schema definitions, refresh data across environments, and maintain team documentation for processes.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance
• 3-5 years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server Enterprise Edition and comprehensive database administration skills.
• 3+ years of experience with SQL Server High Availability features such as Failover Clustering, Log Shipping, Database Mirroring, and AlwaysOn Availability Groups.
• 3+ years of experience with Windows Server 2016 and above, including Microsoft Failover Clusters.
• Proficient in installing and configuring SQL Server 2019 and applying Cumulative Updates.
• Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II and Oracle Database Certification.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K)