Database Administrator

Lever, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Technologies in Albuquerque, NM, is hiring a Windows Server & Database Administrator to design, deploy, and support enterprise Windows Server and SQL Server environments on site. A TS or DOE clearance is required, with experience across AD, GPOs, DNS/DHCP, and security hardening.

The role emphasizes leadership in complex projects, disaster recovery planning, and collaboration with cybersecurity, networking, and engineering teams to ensure mission success.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) or DOE Q clearance at time of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering with 10+ years in Windows Server.
• Minimum of 5 years of enterprise database administration experience.
• Expert knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP, and SQL Server.
• Experience with security hardening, backups, and disaster recovery.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, administer, and maintain enterprise Windows Server environments.
• Configure, monitor, and maintain AD services, DNS, DHCP, GPOs.
• Administer Microsoft SQL Server and monitor database performance.
• Implement cybersecurity controls and security hardening per federal requirements.
• Lead deployments, upgrades, migrations, and documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Windows Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

DNS/DHCP

PowerShell scripting

Enterprise backup and recovery

Virtualization

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

Planet Technologies, the Nation’s leading Microsoft services provider to the public sector, is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our growing team as Windows Server & Database Administrator. In this role, you will be supporting impactful projects that make a difference for our country.

This position serves as senior technical resource responsible for the design, implementation, administration, security, performance, and maintenance of Windows-based server environments and enterprise database systems. It requires deep expertise in Microsoft Windows Server technologies, Active Directory, virtualization platforms, database administration, cybersecurity best practices, and systems integration within classified environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting capabilities, the ability to lead complex technical initiatives, and experience supporting highly available and secure enterprise systems.

This position is based on site, full time in Albuquerque, NM and requires a TS or Q Clearance.

Responsibilities

Windows Server Administration

• Design, implement, administer, and maintain enterprise Windows Server environments.
• Manage Active Directory services, including Group Policy Objects (GPOs), DNS, DHCP, Federation Services, and certificate services.
• Configure, monitor, and maintain Windows Server operating systems, ensuring optimal system performance and availability.
• Administer Microsoft Windows Server environments across multiple security domains.
• Perform server installations, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management activities.
• Develop and maintain server hardening standards in accordance with federal cybersecurity requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced operating system, network, and application issues.
• Implement and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity solutions.

Database Administration

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server and other enterprise database platforms as required.
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to optimize system efficiency.
• Develop and execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans.
• Perform database security administration, including user access controls, permissions management, and auditing.
• Conduct database migrations, upgrades, and patch management activities.
• Monitor database health and proactively mitigate performance and availability risks.
• Ensure database environments comply with applicable security and governance requirements.

Infrastructure & Security Management

• Support enterprise virtualization environments utilizing VMware, Hyper-V, or similar technologies.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls consistent with NIST, DoD, DOE, and federal security requirements.
• Perform vulnerability remediation, security hardening, and compliance reporting activities.
• Manage system monitoring tools and perform root cause analysis on infrastructure events.
• Support incident response, forensic investigations, and system recovery efforts when necessary.
• Maintain secure system configurations and documentation for classified and sensitive environments.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as a senior technical advisor for infrastructure modernization and optimization initiatives.
• Lead system deployments, upgrades, migrations, and integration efforts.
• Develop architecture recommendations and strategic infrastructure roadmaps.
• Mentor junior administrators and provide technical guidance to project teams.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, networking, application, and engineering teams to ensure mission success.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and system diagrams.

Qualifications

• Ability to hold and maintain an active Top Secret (TS) clearance or DOE Q Clearance at time of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, with 10 years of progressively responsible experience in Windows Server administration and enterprise infrastructure support.
• Minimum of 5 years of database administration experience supporting enterprise-class environments.
• Expert-level knowledge of:
• Microsoft Windows Server
• Active Directory
• Group Policy
• DNS/DHCP
• Microsoft SQL Server
• PowerShell scripting
• Enterprise backup and recovery solutions
• Experience supporting secure government, defense, national security, or energy-sector environments.
• Experience implementing cybersecurity controls and security hardening practices.
• Strong understanding of virtualization technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex system, database, and infrastructure issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), or other federal agencies.
• Experience operating in classified computing environments.
• Experience with cloud technologies including Microsoft Azure Government or hybrid architectures.
• Knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SAN), enterprise storage platforms, and high-availability solutions.
• Experience with configuration management and automation tools.
• Familiarity with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and federal compliance frameworks.

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications are highly desirable:

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: SQL Server Certification
• CompTIA Security+
• CISSP
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• ITIL Foundation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced systems administration expertise
• Advanced database administration skills
• Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting capabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently within highly secure environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft Consulting Services to public sector and commercial organizations.Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, and systems management with an emphasis building, deploying, and managing custom solutions that transform the business operations of federal government agencies.

Planet Technologies does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. Select positions at Planet Technologies have Federal Agency Clearance Requirements and may require up to a 10-year background investigation and/or US Citizenship (clearable).

Salaries for Windows Server & Database Administrator at Planet Technologies range from $150,000 and $180,000. Several factors will impact final pay offered to a successful candidate including but not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, clearance level, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, training, etc.

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