Microsoft SQL Server Administrator - Top Secret/SCI

Sunayu; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 Medical Plan Options

Dental and Vision

FSA, DCFSA, HSA

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

EAP

Training and Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Federal holidays

401k plan with up to a 6% match

Job summary

Sunayu, LLC is seeking a seasoned Microsoft SQL Server Administrator to support the National Digital Exploitation & OSINT Center (NDOC). The role focuses on database reliability, security, and performance across MSSQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL in a high-security, agile environment.

Responsibilities include lifecycle management, DR planning, and optimization, with a requirement for DoD 8140.03 compliant certifications. US citizenship and TS/SCI with Poly are required per contract needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s with 8+ years.
• 8+ years of hands-on MS SQL Server administration experience.
• Experience with MSSQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL databases.
• Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) experience.
• Backup strategies and shell scripting for DB management.
• Experience in Agile environments and strong communication.
• DoDM 8140.03 IT System Admin Intermediate cert (or higher) requirement.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain MSSQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL databases.
• Perform lifecycle activities: install, configure, patch, monitor.
• Implement disaster recovery strategies and index maintenance.
• Monitor health using SSMS; manage CPU/memory/disk usage.
• Ensure security through access controls and audit logs.
• Produce documentation and reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with government customers in an Agile environment.
• Support high-security operations and incident response.

Skills

MS SQL Server administration

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Database performance tuning

Agile methodologies

Shell scripting

DoD 8140.03 / IT cert requirements

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL Server Management Studio

AWS

Job description

Location: Bethesda, MD

Category: Systems Engineer

Travel Required: No

Remote Type: Hybrid

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI

Sunayu, LLC is seeking a skilled Microsoft SQL Server Administrator to join our team supporting the National Digital Exploitation & OSINT Center (NDOC). In this role, you will manage and optimize enterprise databases, ensuring system reliability, security, and peak performance. You will also support database lifecycle activities, implement performance enhancements, and collaborate in an Agile environment to meet customer goals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain databases (MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL) to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Perform database lifecycle activities, including installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and monitoring.
• Implement disaster recovery strategies, index maintenance, and database performance optimization.
• Monitor database health using tools like SQL Server Management Studio, ensuring CPU, memory, and disk usage remain within thresholds.
• Enhance database configurations to improve performance and reduce costs.
• Manage access controls, audit logs, and user accounts to uphold database security and integrity.
• Produce documentation, SOPs, reports, and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Troubleshoot database issues in a high-security environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government customers, communicating effectively across diverse teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, or Masters degree with 8+ years of experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in MS SQL Server database administration.
• Proven expertise with MSSQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL databases.
• Proficiency in database performance monitoring, tuning, and optimization.
• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Skilled in backup strategies and shell scripting for database management.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a track record of achieving project objectives.
• Candidate must, at a minimum, meet DoDM 8140.03 (previously DoD 8570) – IT System Admin Intermediate certification requirements (Cloud+, GICSP, SSCP, Security+ CE, GSEC, or higher)

Security Clearance

• Due to the nature of the government contracts we support, US Citizenship is required.
• TS/SCI with Poly is required for position or a TS/SCI and willingness to obtain a Poly.

Preferred Qualifications

• MCSA SQL Server certification.
• AWS certification or hands-on experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS).
• Familiarity with NMEC operations or related agency experience.
• Experience troubleshooting in secure environments.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage project deliverables.

Who We Are

Sunayu, LLC serves as a premier technology partner to the Defense and Intelligence communities, delivering mission-critical engineering solutions across the nation. Our operations are anchored in a commitment to trust, accountability, and ethical transparency, ensuring the high-performance outcomes necessary to protect our country's most vital interests.

Culture

Our strength lies in our community: Our team prioritizes collaboration, professional growth, and encourages open communication. At Sunayu, we don't just secure the mission—we grow together.

Career Development

We support and encourage our team members to continue their professional growth by providing company-reimbursed training and continuing education of up to $5,000 per year. We also participate in many industry conferences and events where we share our expertise and experiences.

Pay Rate

Salary range considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

• 3 Medical Plan Options
• Dental and Vision
• FSA, DCFSA, HSA
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Federal holidays
• 401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunayu, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.