SQL Database Engineer - Mission-Critical National Security

Peraton; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO

Attractive bonus plan

Enhanced benefits

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Microsoft SQL Server Database Engineer to join a national intelligence program. You will administer databases, ensure security, and optimize performance in a SCIF environment, working with Dev/Ops teams to safeguard data.

Requirements include TS/SCI with polygraph or active TS, 8+ years SQL Server experience, STIG compliance, and DoD policy knowledge. On-site role with strong growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph or active TS with ability to obtain SCI and polygraph
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience; 4 years may substitute
• 8+ years of SQL Server database administration experience
• Active Security+ (DoD 8570 IAT Level 2)
• Install, configure, and maintain database systems per project requirements
• Perform regular backups to ensure data integrity and availability
• Implement database security measures including access control and encryption
• Monitor performance; optimize queries and indexes
• Handle migrations/upgrades with minimal downtime
• Communicate effectively with Dev, Ops, and stakeholders
• Experience with DoD policies, STIG, and Windows DB upgrades
• Coordinate with ISSO on upgrades and STIG remediation

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain DBMS and storage platforms
• Design, monitor, and optimize production databases for high availability
• Develop and enforce database policies for data integrity
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure data security
• Own availability, reliability, and integrity of production data

Skills

SQL Server

Security clearance

DBMS administration

Backups & recovery

Database security

Query optimization

Migrations & upgrades

STIG compliance

Windows OS

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windows OS tools

Job description

Peraton seeks a Microsoft SQL Server Database Engineer to join a national intelligence program. You will administer databases, ensure security, and optimize performance in a SCIF environment, working with Dev/Ops teams to safeguard data.

Requirements include TS/SCI with polygraph or active TS, 8+ years SQL Server experience, STIG compliance, and DoD policy knowledge. On-site role with strong growth and competitive benefits.