SQL Database Administrator

Lentech Inc.; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 144,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Lentech, Inc. is seeking a senior-level Database Administrator to support MS SQL Server and MariaDB across on-premise and cloud environments. The role emphasizes automation, performance tuning, backups, and cross-team collaboration in a small, focused team.

Ideal candidates will hold TS.SCI with FSP through MD, have 10+ years of DBA experience, and possess IAT Level II certs. The job spans defense-oriented projects with opportunities to influence mission-critical data platforms.

Qualifications

• Active and current TS.SCI with FSP through MD.
• Ten years of experience as a DBA.
• Demonstrable experience supporting MS SQL.
• DOD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAT Level II.
• Experience with index and performance management.
• Experience troubleshooting issues with instances and applications.
• Experience with backup and recovery processes.

Responsibilities

• Help grow and mature database processes for SQL Server and MariaDB across on-premise and cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot, patch, and maintain MS SQL Server and related databases on multiple networks.
• Participate in automation efforts to streamline database administration tasks.
• Collaborate with a small team to support mission-critical systems.

Skills

SQL Server

AWS

Scripting

SharePoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

DBA experience substitution

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Commvault

AlwaysOn

Windows Task Scheduler

Windows Event Log

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Lentech is looking for a self-motivated individual who wants to learn new skills as well as contribute to the growth and maturity of the processes used to support and maintain databases by a small, talented, and hardworking database administration team.
• This team creates, maintains, and troubleshoots Microsoft SQL Server and MariaDB databases on multiple networks using multiple architectures.
• The environment consists of databases hosted both in on-premise datacenters and in cloud environments.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience creating, maintaining, patching and troubleshooting issues related to Microsoft SQL Server databases, knowledge of AWS Cloud technologies, works well in a small team setting, has a desire to automate processes where possible, and a willingness to think outside the box to find solutions.

Required:

• Active and current TS.SCI w FSP through MD
• Ten (10) years of experience as a DBA
• Demonstrable experience supporting MS SQL
• Compliance with DOD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAT Level II. (CCNA - SECURITY, GICSP, GSEC, Security +, SSCP)Experience with index and performance management
• Experience troubleshooting issues with instances and applications
• Experience with backup and recovery processes
• Ability to work with diverse teams in support of a common mission
• Effective communications skills

Desired:

• Knowledge of AWS services, specifically RDS
• Experience with PowerShell/Python scripting to automate repetitive tasks
• Exposure to Commvault backup solutions
• Knowledge of SQL Server AlwaysOn
• Knowledge of Windows Event Log Filtering
• Knowledge of Windows Task Scheduler Setup and Management
• Experience supporting SharePoint implementations

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Four (4) years of additional DBA experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Compliance with DOD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAT Level II. (CCNA - SECURITY, GICSP, GSEC, Security +, SSCP)

About Lentech, Inc.

Lentech, Inc., provides technology-enabled IT Solutions and Mission Technical Solutions to civil, defense and intelligence customers. Through our accumulated years of experience, industry expertise, and strategic partnerships, Lentech has built mission-critical solutions for our federal and commercial customers. Lentech’s clients achieve full life-cycle support and cost-effective managed services supporting enterprise computing and applications initiatives for Government agencies. Lentech’s Mission Technical Solutions Division is focused on providing engineering, operations, I&T and technical services to civil and defense customers primarily in the aerospace fields.

Lentech, Inc. is a performance-based company providing employees with challenging and interesting work, competitive pay and benefits, and opportunities to learn and grow. We focus on providing an environment of fun, sharing, collaboration and connection. Our culture is team oriented, non-hierarchical and entrepreneurial. It gives people a chance to participate and be a factor in the company’s growth and success.

Lentech, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identification, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law. We are proud of the diversity of our staff and seek diversity in our applicants.

The proposed salary range for this position is: $ 144,000-$154,000