Junior Database Administrator with Security Clearance

Soliel, LLC; Newport News (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

Dental

Vision

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Soliel, LLC is seeking a Junior Database Administrator to support Azure SQL Managed Instance and SQL Server environments. You will work with the Senior DBA to monitor health, perform maintenance, and ensure data security in a hybrid Ft. Eustis setting.

The role requires 2-3 years of DB admin experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and a Security+ certification, with familiarity in Azure and DoD/NIST RMF frameworks. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a database administrator, with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain Azure SQL Managed Instances and SQL Server databases.
• Perform routine database maintenance, backups, restores, and health checks.
• Assist with database performance troubleshooting, query optimization, and index maintenance.
• Support database upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and deployments.
• Manage database users, roles, permissions, and other routine security tasks.
• Monitor and troubleshoot Azure Data Factory pipelines and data transfers.
• Support application teams with database connectivity, queries, stored procedures, and schema changes.
• Use T-SQL and PowerShell to perform database administration and automate routine tasks.
• Document database configurations, issues, and standard operating procedures.
• Support compliance with NIST, RMF, and DoD security requirements.

Skills

SQL Server

Azure SQL

T-SQL

PowerShell

Security+

NIST RMF DoD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or IT

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Monitor

Log Analytics

Azure SQL Managed Instance

Job description

Junior Database Administrator ABOUT US

Soliel is an innovative, premium engineering company specializing in providing Enterprise Architecture, Network Design, Engineering, and Operations Support, Software Design and Development, Data Center Design, Deployment and Migration, and Systems Engineering services for both public and private sectors. Our Federal systems integration team manages the complexity inherent with technology change, from requirements planning to architecture, testing to deployment, and beyond. We also offer a complete range of industry-leading services, including architecture, systems development, information assurance, solution and platform integration, and program management, functional, and testing services. Over the years, Soliel's team of technical experts has consistently delivered outstanding innovative solutions and services that meet or exceed customer expectations and satisfaction.

LOCATION: Ft. Eustis / Hybrid

START DATE: ASAP

CLEARANCE: Secret or TS

We are seeking a Junior Database Administrator to support the operation, maintenance, and performance of mission-critical databases in Azure SQL Managed Instance and Microsoft SQL Server environments. The Jr. DBA will work closely with the Senior DBA and Lead Data Architect to monitor database health, troubleshoot issues, perform routine maintenance, and support database security and data operations.

• Monitor and maintain Azure SQL Managed Instances and SQL Server databases.
• Perform routine database maintenance, backups, restores, and health checks.
• Assist with database performance troubleshooting, query optimization, and index maintenance.
• Support database upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and deployments.
• Manage database users, roles, permissions, and other routine security tasks.
• Monitor and troubleshoot Azure Data Factory pipelines and data transfers.
• Support application teams with database connectivity, queries, stored procedures, and schema changes.
• Use T-SQL and PowerShell to perform database administration and automate routine tasks.
• Document database configurations, issues, and standard operating procedures.
• Support compliance with NIST, RMF, and DoD security requirements.
• Required skills:
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or IT.
• 2-3 years of experience as a database administrator, with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL.
• Working knowledge of T-SQL and relational database concepts.
• Basic understanding of database backup/recovery, performance monitoring, and security.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Preferred skills:
• Experience with Azure SQL Managed Instance or SQL Server administration.
• Experience with Azure Data Factory, Azure Monitor, or Log Analytics.
• PowerShell scripting experience.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps/CI/CD.
• Experience supporting DoD or federal environments.
• Knowledge of NIST, RMF, or DoD STIG requirements.
• Compensation:
• Salary: $75,000-85,000 (flexible based on experience)
• Major medical, dental, and vision
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• EEO/ AA/ NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: Soliel, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/ Affimation Action/ Non-Discriminatory Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veterans. To learn more, please visit www.solielcom.com