Junior Database Administrator

KIHOMAC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

KIHOMAC is seeking a Database Administrator to install, configure, operate, and maintain database systems across the MDA enterprise network. The role emphasizes implementing best practices, policies, and documentation, while monitoring performance and supporting disaster recovery.

You will collaborate with developers and architects to define database requirements and explore new database technologies, with DoD 8570 Level II certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• +1 years of experience with MS SQL Server 2019 or higher.
• Experience with MS SQL Server cluster, performance tuning, monitoring.
• Experience with MS SQL Server backup/recovery.
• Knowledge of relational DBMS concepts, design, architecture, operations.
• Experience with databases in Azure or AWS.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, operate, and maintain database systems.
• Support creation and maintenance of standard database policies, procedures and documentation.
• Implement database performance monitoring, tuning and optimization.
• Support backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with developers, business owners and architects on designs and implementations.
• Participate in IT and business projects to define database system requirements.

Skills

MS SQL Server

Performance tuning

Database monitoring

Backup and recovery

Relational DBMS

Azure

AWS

Education

Associate's Degree

DoD 8570 Certification

Job description

Install, configure, operate, and maintain database systems across the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) enterprise network Research and apply best business practices for the design and administration of databases Support creation and maintenance of standard database policies, operating procedures and overall documentation Implement database performance monitoring, fine tuning and optimize database systems Support development and implementation of database backup and disaster recovery strategies Conduct database capacity and availability audits Participate in IT and business projects to define database system requirements and recommend technology solutions Research, benchmark, document and introduce new database technologies and features into application life cycle Collaborate with the application developers, business owners and architects in design and implementations Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education/Training: Associate's Degree in technology or other relevant discipline preferred
• DoD 8570 Level II Certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or higher, required

Experience

• Experience: +1 years of experience with MS SQL Server 2019 or higher
• Experience with MS SQL Server cluster, MS SQL Server database performance tuning, MS SQL Server database monitoring
• Experience with MS SQL Server database backup/recovery
• Knowledge and experience with relational DBMS concepts, design, architecture, and operations
• Experience working with databases in Azure or AWS

Security

• Must be a US citizen
• Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance

Physical Requirements

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary

$65,000 - $90,000 annually

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.