Jr. Database Administrator

TekSynap; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Jr. Database Administrator to support vital database systems for federal clients. This role involves implementing and optimizing databases, ensuring security, and conducting performance tuning to enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of database management systems and a passion for technology. Join a fast-growing company that values innovation and offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation Time

Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with database administration and security protocols.
• Knowledge of performance tuning and backup recovery processes.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain database operations and design.
• Conduct performance tuning and ensure data integrity.

Skills

Database Management

Performance Tuning

SQL Commands

Backup and Recovery

Database Security

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server

Crystal Reports

Job description

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Jr. Database Administrator is expected to be able to:

• Implement and maintain smooth operation and physical design of databases.
• Conduct performance tuning of indexes and databases in general.
• Review database design and integration of systems, provide backup recovery and make recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.
• Maintain security and integrity controls.
• Formulate policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management, and monitor transaction activity and utilization.
• May develop stored procedures and/or triggers.
• Administer a variety of database systems, such as Microsoft SQL Server, and other Database Management Systems (DBMS).
• Develop and enforce database administration and user standards and procedures; audit, modify, and amend data in systems using SQL commands.
• Oversee the scheduling of database projects, database and transaction log backups, notifications, and database replication between multiple SQL Servers and remote sites.
• Assist Database Designers/Information System Analysts in the development and creation of SQL and Web-based databases and database systems.
• Review technical designs, reports, documentation, and other materials produced by staff; create and maintain high-level reporting systems using products such as Crystal Reports; research and implement new database and online technology.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Top-Secret Clearance with a CI Poly
• HS, 8-10 years relevant experience; BS, 2-4 years relevant experience; MS, 0-2 years relevant experience

Overview

We are seeking a Jr. Database Administrator to join our Task Order proposal on the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Solutions for the Information Technology Enterprise III (SITE III). The Jr. Database Administrator implements and optimizes the computerized database systems that support the Company's or client's ability to function on a daily basis.

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well-planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time, and holidays.

Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: St. Louis Missouri
• Type of environment: Varies
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: “Normal work hours” constitute on average 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week (excluding breaks and meal periods) within standard operational hours occurring 0600-1800, Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 20%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship
• Clearance requirement: TS/SCI, CI Poly

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.