Database Administrator at Kwaan Bear IT Solutions Adelphi, MD

Dan Cummins Ford Lincoln; Adelphi (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kwaan Bear Technology in Adelphi, MD, seeks a seasoned Database Administrator to design, implement, and maintain enterprise databases. You will ensure data integrity, security, and availability across mission-critical systems, with a focus on DoD compliance and advanced performance tuning.

The role requires a DoD clearance, 10 years of DBA experience, and MS or BS with related expertise. Expect onsite work in Adelphi, MD with direct collaboration across IT and development teams.

Qualifications

• MS/BS with required experience in DBA roles and enterprise systems.
• 10 years of DBA experience with DoD compliance context.
• Strong knowledge of data security and DoD data protection.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and maintain enterprise databases.
• Ensure auditing and data quality for accuracy and usage.
• Develop strategies for scalability and performance optimization.
• Consult with end users on database access and conflicts.
• Install, configure, and maintain database systems.
• Monitor and optimize SQL and related environments.
• Implement backup, restore, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Collaborate on schema design and query performance.
• Manage corporate data dictionary and security alignment.

Skills

MS SQL Server

Azure SQL

Oracle

MariaDB

PostgreSQL

Database security

Performance tuning

Education

MS degree

BS degree + 2 years exp

Tools

SQL Server Configuration Manager

SQL Server Agent

Azure Data Studio

Database Tuning Advisor

Job description

Database Administrator job at Kwaan Bear IT Solutions. Adelphi, MD.

Job Title: Database Administrator
Clearance Required: Secret
Location(s): Adelphi, MD (Onsite)
Education: MS degree or BS degree with 2 additional years of experience
Experience: 10 years
Certifications: DoDI 8750 and 8140 compliant

Position Overview

The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the design, development, implementation, maintenance, and support of mission-critical enterprise database systems. The DBA ensures data integrity, security, availability, and optimal performance across the organization’s databases. This role is central to maintaining robust data infrastructure, supporting organizational needs, and ensuring effective data management and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, create, and maintain enterprise-level databases.
• Ensure quality control and auditing of databases for accuracy and proper usage.
• Develop and implement strategies to support database scalability and organizational goals.
• Consult with end users on database access and resolve data conflicts or misuse.
• Manage installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of database systems.
• Monitor and optimize performance of SQL and other database environments.
• Implement backup, restore, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Collaborate with application developers on schema design and query performance.
• Direct the use and maintenance of the corporate data dictionary.
• Ensure database security measures align with DoD compliance standards.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency in MS SQL Server, Azure SQL, Oracle, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, and related tools.
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server Configuration Manager, SQL Server Agent, Azure Data Studio, and Database Tuning Advisor.
• Advanced skills in database performance tuning, backup/recovery strategies, and security implementation.
• Strong understanding of relational database principles, data modeling, and normalization.
• Familiarity with DoD data protection and cybersecurity compliance requirements.

Kwaan Bear Technology (KBT), is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. KBT is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at KBT are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. KBT will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.