Senior SQL DBA

IBM - Hampton, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hampton, VA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior SQL DBA position at IBM involves maintaining and optimizing Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise environments. The role requires collaboration with clients to enhance database performance and ensure high availability through various SQL Server features. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing best practices in database management, participating in security audits, and adhering to ITILv4 practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, audit, and maintain highly available enterprise database systems
• Monitor backups on all SQL Server databases
• Perform routine disaster recovery testing scenarios
• Troubleshoot and maintain database performance, including proposing short-term fixes and long-term solutions
• Establish and maintain database policies and standards
• Generate database schema definitions and modifications as required
• Refresh data from one processing environment to another as required
• Develop, follow, and maintain team documentation for repeatable processes
• Adhere to ITILv4 practices for Change Management
• Work trouble tickets
• Participate in security audits

Requirements

• Security Clearance: DOD Secret
• Required Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II (e.g., CompTIA Security+, SSCP, etc.)
• Microsoft SQL Server 2016 (or higher)
• 3-5 years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server Enterprise Edition and all facets of database administration
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server High Availability features: Failover Clustering, Log Shipping, Database Mirroring, AlwaysOn Availability Groups
• Overall experience: Masters +10 or Bachelors +12
• 3+ years of experience with Windows Server (2016 and higher) and Microsoft Failover Clusters
• Installation and configuration experience with SQL Server 2019 (and higher) and SQL Server Cumulative Updates (CUs)
• Participate in 24x7 on-call support rotation

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Experience with PowerShell (5.1 or higher)
• Experience with Microsoft Azure
• Experience with script-based automation
• Strong database performance tuning skills
• Strong documentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to be a team player