Associate Production SQL Server DBA with Secret Clearance (MD DC VA Remote)

ICF Olson; United States; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a SQL Server DBA within the IT Modernization division to support federal customers. The role requires local proximity to Maryland, DC, or Virginia, with remote work possible within commuting distance.

Responsibilities include SQL Server administration, replication, AAG, and data-at-rest encryption. The candidate will interface with production support and development teams, perform health checks, and participate in code reviews and deployment testing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with SQL Server.
• 1+ years of experience with IIS and Service Accounts.
• 1+ years of experience with Windows Server.
• U.S. Citizenship required (per federal regulations).
• Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Engineering, or a similar discipline.

Responsibilities

• Expertise in database administration on SQL Server.
• Install database scripts and software on database and web servers.
• Develop database queries and apply patches in test and patch environment.
• Configure and maintain DB maintenance plans for backup and recovery.
• Configure and maintain DB Transactional Replication and Always On Availability Group (AAG).
• Interface with production support and developers to resolve database issues.
• Conduct code reviews and test installation scripts and deployment guides.

Skills

SQL Server

IIS

Windows Server

Code reviews

Requirements analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / Engineering / Business Information Systems

Tools

IIS

Oracle

PowerShell

Job description

*This position requires a Secret Security Clearance. * Must be local to Maryland, DC, and Virginia Areas—currently remote, but within commuting distance of DC. ICF's IT Modernization division is a rapidly growing, entrepreneurial, technology-driven department, seeking a motivated SQL Server DBA to support the upcoming needs of our federal customers.

Responsibilities

• Expertise in database administration on SQL Server
• Install database scripts and software applications on both database and web application servers
• Ability to analyze and define database and security requirements
• Develop database queries and apply patches in the test and patch environment
• Coordinate with Testers and Test Leads for backup, rollback, and recovery plans
• Perform health checks for Windows servers and SQL DBs, and troubleshoot abnormalities
• Configure and maintain DB maintenance plans for DB backup and recovery
• Configure and maintain DB Transactional Replication
• Configure and maintain Always On Availability Group (AAG)
• Configure, maintain and support databases in an enterprise operations environment per application instructions or requirements
• Support Data-at-Rest encryption
• Interface with the production support team and software developers to resolve daily database issues
• Troubleshoot issues stemming from a wide range of errors including problematic database scripts, IIS configuration, Windows application errors, etc.
• Conduct code reviews as well as testing of installation scripts and deployment guides
• Ability to work in a team environment supporting various groups and user types
• Ability to communicate complex ideas verbally and in a written format

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in SQL Server
• 1+ years of experience with IIS and Service Accounts
• 1+ years of experience with Windows Server
• U.S. Citizenship required (per federal regulations)
• Active Secret clearance
• Desired: Experience with Oracle
• Desired: Bachelor's Degree
• Desired: Experience performing code reviews
• Desired: Experience with PowerShell and Command Line Commands
• Desired: Experience analyzing requirements
• Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Engineering, or a similar discipline

Pay Range

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $74,090.00 - $125,954.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Working at ICF

Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

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About ICF

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.