Senior Database Administrator (Database Administrator 3) - 12920

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries’ Mission Technologies division seeks a database administrator to manage the Navy NETTN database architecture used in modeling and simulation applications and services. You will maintain, secure, and optimize SQL databases in a government contracting environment.

The role requires experience with MS SQL, Windows Server systems, VMware, and DISA STIGs, along with DoD 8570 IAT-2 compliance. Strong documentation and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with Navy NETTN database architecture is preferred.
• Strong background in SQL Server administration and security hardening.
• Familiarity with government contracting environments and DoD requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and tune MS SQL databases across the NETTN environment.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and documentation.
• Perform risk management and security hardening per DISA STIGs.
• Support backups, restores, migrations, and upgrades for SQL databases.
• Assist in VMware-based virtualization and on-premises infrastructure.
• Coordinate with DoD networks and training programs as needed.

Skills

MS SQL Server

Windows Server

VMware

Active Directory

RHEL 7/8

DISA STIGs

8570 IAT-2

Security+

DoD contracting

Backup & Recovery

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

VMware vSphere

Backup tools

Job description

Job Description

Mission Technologies a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries is looking for a qualified individual to fill the role of a Database Administrator for their Advanced Modeling and Simulation Technical Operation. This person is responsible for administration, maintenance, and tuning of all Navy's Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN) database architecture used to support the development, testing, and delivery of enterprise-wide modeling and simulation applications and services.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Authoring Standard Operating Procedures and process documentation
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Experience with Microsoft Windows 10, Server 2016 and 2019
• Experience administering MS SQL 2014-2019, including securing (using DISA STIGs) and upgrading
• Experience backing up and restoring MS SQL Databases
• Experience working in Virtualized environments (i.e., VMware)
• Experience with Active Directory
• Experience with RHEL 7/8 and other database technologies preferred
• Experienced with help desk troubleshooting protocols
• Experienced resolving basic technical issues by providing scripted guidance regarding software and hardware problems
• Experience resolving more complex technical problems through a defined escalation process
• Experience with upgrades, migrations and integration
• Strong customer focus, including the ability to manage customer needs and multiple work priorities
• Experience installing release upgrades
• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs
• Experience working in a government contracting environment
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail
• Self-motivated and driven desire to succeed with minimal direction
• Ability to work both in a team and individually
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill

Minimum Qualifications

6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience for positions involving new technology or labor market shortages as reflected by market survey data.

Preferred Requirements

• Delivering IT solutions for DoD departments and agencies; Experience with Navy networks and training programs either afloat or ashore
• Security + and Microsoft Certification
• Candidate must meet DoD 8570 requirements for IAT Level 2
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt. Hours Per Week: 40. Required Travel: 0 - 10%. Security Clearance: Secret. Level of Experience: Senior.

HII is an Equal Opportunity/Vets and Disabled Employer. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.