SQL Specialist - Mid-Level+ Database Administrator GPO DBA

Appone; Norfolk (VA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Technology Automation & Management (TeAM), Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level+ SQL Specialist / DBA to provide tier-2/3 support for SQL Server environments, including backups, patching, and DR planning. The role supports federal operations with strong scripting and security posture.

The position is remote with responsibilities spanning on-premises and cloud SQL Server deployments, requiring independent work and cross-team collaboration. Bachelor's degree preferred; current certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' experience administering enterprise SQL Server database environments.
• Experience with SQL Server including current/recent versions.
• Experience with SQL scripting and T-SQL development.
• Experience with patching, server maintenance, and upgrade execution in SQL Server environments.
• Experience with database backup and restore operations, including validation and testing.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot SQL Server database issues and escalate as needed.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Provide tier-2/tier-3 troubleshooting and routine support for SQL Server environments.
• Support SQL Server solutions including backup/recovery operations, schema management, patching, upgrades, and integration.
• Execute backup/restore operations and support PITR procedures and DR testing.
• Implement security baselines, encryption configurations, and auditing per IT security policies.
• Respond to RFCs and incident tickets via government ticketing system from submission to closeout.
• Resolve tickets within SLAs and escalate complex issues as needed.
• Assist with SQL Server builds, upgrades, and integration efforts (including SharePoint).
• Support proactive capacity planning and health monitoring; identify trends and escalate anomalies.
• Provide DBA maintenance across on-prem and cloud environments; apply patches and validate stability.
• Contribute to weekly reports detailing activities, risks, and issues.

Skills

SQL Server

SQL scripting

T-SQL

Backups & DR

Patching & maintenance

PowerShell

ITIL/ITSM

Monitoring tools

Cloud databases

MariaDB

MS Access

PostgreSQL/MySQL

RCA

Encryption & security

IaC/runbooks

NIST compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerShell

ServiceNow

Idera

SolarWinds

Azure SQL

AWS RDS

Job description

SQL Specialist - Mid-Level+ Database Administrator GPO DBA

EOE Statement Technology Automation & Management (TeAM), Inc. TeAM is looking for highly motivated and highly skilled individuals who are ready for exciting opportunities with a growing company. For more than a quarter of a century, we've built our reputation as a premier solutions provider to the Federal Government, and eagerly seek creative problem solvers to join our TeAM. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

• Provide tier-2/tier-3 troubleshooting, configuration, and routine support for SQL Server environments under the guidance of and in collaboration with the Senior SQL DBA, directly supporting operations across all federal business units.
• Support SQL Server database solutions including backup/recovery operations, schema management, patching, upgrades, and application integration.
• Execute backup and restore operations, design backup schedules, validate restore integrity, and support disaster recovery testing and point-in-time recovery (PITR) procedures as directed by the Senior SQL DBA.
• Implement security baselines, encryption configurations, and auditing protocols in accordance with GPO IT Security policies and standards.
• Respond to Requests for Change (RFCs) and incident tickets via the Government's ticketing system, supporting request lifecycles from submission to closeout to minimize downtime and enhance service delivery.
• Resolve tickets according to operational SLAs, escalating complex issues to the Senior SQL DBA as appropriate.
• Assist with SQL Server database builds, upgrades, and application‑integration efforts (including but not limited to SharePoint and legacy business systems).
• Support proactive capacity planning and system health monitoring, identifying trends and escalating anomalies.
• Provide database administration and maintenance across on‑premises servers and cloud environments as required.
• Execute patching cycles, apply minor and major patches, and validate system stability post‑deployment.
• Proactively address system errors and participate in after‑hours activities as needed for business continuity.
• Contribute to clear, actionable weekly reports detailing support activities, accomplishments, and risk/issues.
• Collaborate within and across division teams and communicate effectively with both IT and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Provide complementary team technology coverage for MariaDB, MS Access, and additional PostgreSQL/MySQL environments as part of the team's collective technology stack responsibilities.

Position Requirements

Mandatory — Government Pass/Fail

• At least 4 years' experience administering enterprise SQL Server database environments.
• Demonstrated experience with SQL Server (including current and recent versions).
• Experience with SQL scripting and T‑SQL development.
• Experience with patching, server maintenance, and upgrade execution in SQL Server environments.
• Experience with database backup and restore operations, including validation and testing.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot SQL Server database issues and escalating complex problems appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaborate within and across division teams, and communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management.

Highly Desired

• Experience with SQL Server Clustering.
• Experience with AlwaysOn Availability Groups and/or Failover Cluster Instances (FCI).
• Experience with High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) architectures, including failover testing.
• PowerShell scripting and automation for SQL Server administration tasks.
• Experience with ServiceNow or equivalent ITSM platform for ticket lifecycle management.
• Experience with Idera and/or SolarWinds for SQL Server database monitoring and capacity planning.
• Experience administering SQL Server databases in cloud environments (e.g., Azure SQL, AWS RDS).
• Experience with MariaDB administration (supports team complementary coverage).
• Experience with MS Access database support (supports team complementary coverage).
• Experience with PostgreSQL and/or MySQL administration (supports team complementary coverage).
• Experience performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for SQL Server database incidents.
• Experience implementing database security baselines, encryption (TDE, Always Encrypted), and auditing.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies or standardized runbook automation for SQL Server provisioning.
• Experience supporting federal agency data platforms, modernization, or NIST cyber‑compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, or modern database service management frameworks.

Preferred Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: SQL Server Database Administrator (current/legacy)
• CompTIA DataSys+

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent directly relevant professional experience accepted.

Duty Location: Remote

Work Arrangement: Remote

Travel Requirements: none

Minimum Security Clearance Required: Unclassified and Confidential

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Tags Remote

Pending Contract Award Pending Contract

Relocation Assistance N/A

Sign-on Bonus

Travel Required

RFI/RFP

Req Number INF-26-00045

Location GPO DBA (remote)

This position is currently accepting applications.