SQL DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR

EOA Technologies; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EOA Technologies is seeking an SQL Database Administrator to support a U.S. Government subcontract on a full-time basis in Maryland.

You will manage, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases to ensure data integrity, security, and availability, working with developers and system administrators.

The role requires a TS/SCI with Polygraph, IAT Level 2, and 10 years of relevant experience; a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline required; 5 years substitute allowed
• IAT Level 2 Certification required

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases.
• Monitor performance and optimize queries, indexes, and server configurations.
• Schedule and test regular backups and restore procedures for data recoverability.
• Manage user access and enforce security policies to protect data.
• Collaborate with developers and sysadmins to design and implement databases and manage schema changes.
• Maintain documentation for database configurations, procedures, and processes.

Skills

SQL Server

Database administration

Security & compliance

Performance tuning

Disaster recovery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Five years of additional system administration experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree

Tools

SSMS

Backup Tools

Job description

Description

EOA Technologies is seeking a SQL Database Administrator on one of our subcontracts. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to support a U.S. Government customer. You will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing SQL Server databases to ensure data integrity, security, and availability.

• Database Management: Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor database performance using tools like SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and optimize queries, indexes, and server configurations to resolve performance issues.
• Backup and Recovery: Schedule and perform regular database backups, test and validate backup and restore procedures to ensure data recoverability.
• User Access Management: Manage user access and permissions, implementing and enforcing security policies to protect sensitive data.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers and system administrators to design and implement databases, manage schema changes, and support business-critical applications.
• Documentation: Maintain documentation for database configurations, procedures, and processes, ensuring it is up-to-date.
• Disaster Recovery Planning: Plan and test disaster recovery procedures to ensure business continuity in case of data loss.

Requirements

To be considered for this position you must have the following:

• Possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance
• IAT Level 2 Certification
• Ten (10) years’ experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional system administration experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs - not on any protected characteristic. EOA Technologies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, religious affiliation, hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. EOA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations when feasible to individuals with disabilities.