Systems Administrator 2 (SQL Database Administrator)

RealmOne; Columbia, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401K retirement savings

PTO + holidays

Career development

Flexible benefits

Job summary

RealmOne in Columbia, MD seeks an experienced SQL Database Administrator to support enterprise database environments, ensure security, performance, and high availability of mission-critical systems. The role focuses on MS SQL Server administration, backup/recovery, tuning, and DR planning in a complex IT environment.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in IT/CS, 5 years of SQL Server experience (10 years if no degree), strong analytical skills, and certification considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 5 years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise environments
• Experience substituting 5 additional years for a degree (10 total years)
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server administration, backup/recovery, and database security
• Experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and index management
• Familiarity with disaster recovery planning and high-availability solutions
• Experience developing and implementing database policies and procedures
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with database automation, scripting, and monitoring tools
• Experience with mission-critical systems and security best practices
• Microsoft SQL certifications are a plus
• Security+ CE certification is required

Responsibilities

• Maintain integrity, security, and availability of multiple database environments
• Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise production environments
• Perform database performance analysis, tuning, and optimization activities
• Monitor database health, storage, and system performance for operational stability
• Execute backups, restores, and disaster recovery procedures
• Develop and maintain database security policies and procedures
• Support database activities including installation, upgrades, patching, troubleshooting, and migrations
• Organize and format data for efficient query execution and storage management
• Troubleshoot database-related issues and provide timely resolution
• Collaborate with system administrators and engineering teams to support applications and infrastructure
• Create and maintain technical documentation and recovery processes

Skills

SQL Server administration

Database security

Backup/Recovery

Performance tuning

Disaster recovery planning

Scripting

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

SQL Server Management Studio

PowerShell

Monitoring tools

Job description

Systems Administrator 2 (SQL Database Administrator)

Are you ready to become a RealmOne WARRIOR?

RealmOne was built on the principle that people matter first and foremost. We believe in providing a strong work/life balance by investing in our employees and encouraging professional and personal growth. We do this by offering exceptional benefits, flexible schedules, and the tools necessary to achieve success through paid training, mentoring, and the opportunity to work alongside top-notch industry professionals.

Join us on this journey as we execute this mission-critical contract providing architecture, engineering, integration, and maintenance across a multiple classification Enterprise network.

Your effort and expertise are crucial to the success and execution of this impactful mission. This opportunity supports an Enterprise IT contract with a team of Customer Service Specialists, Database Engineers, Information Systems Security Officers, Information Systems Security Engineers, SharePoint Developers, Systems Engineers, Network Engineers, and IT Engineers responsible for the architecture, engineering, integration, operations, maintenance and sustainment of multi-level Enterprise IT environment.

Job Description:

• We are seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to support enterprise database environments and ensure the integrity, security, performance, and availability of mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments, performing database optimization, and supporting full database life-cycle operations in a high-availability environment.

The Level 2 Systems Administrator shall possess the following capabilities:

• Maintain the integrity, security, and availability of multiple database environments.
• Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise production environments.
• Perform database performance analysis, tuning, and optimization activities.
• Monitor database health, storage, and system performance to ensure operational stability.
• Execute index maintenance, backups, restores, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain database security policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security standards and organizational requirements.
• Support database activities, including installation, upgrades, patching, troubleshooting and migrations.
• Organize and format data for efficient query execution and storage management.
• Troubleshoot database-related issues and provide timely resolution to operational problems.
• Collaborate with system administrators, sustainment and engineering teams to support application and infrastructure needs.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and recovery processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 5 years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise environments.
• Additional 5 years’ experience needed to substitute for a degree (10 total years)
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server administration, backup/recovery, and database security.
• Experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and index management.
• Familiarity with disaster recovery planning and high-availability solutions.
• Experience developing and implementing database policies and procedures.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with database automation, scripting, and monitoring tools.
• Experience supporting highly available or mission-critical systems.
• Knowledge of compliance and security best practices for enterprise databases.
• Microsoft SQL certifications are a plus.

Certifications Required:

• Security+ CE certification is required.

Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

Pay Range: 137,000-184,000

The RealmOne pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role’s responsibilities, the candidate’s educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.

• Healthcare Coverage + Insurance: Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution. Dental + Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family, with a buy-up option available.
• Retirement + Savings: 401K – 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION – 5% safe harbor – 5% annual profit share (both immediately vested!).
• Paid Time Off + More: 4 weeks starting PTO – 11 federal holidays + 2 floating holidays – Paid hours for company-required training.
• Career Growth + Development: Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy – Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc. – $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance.
• MORE BENEFITS…FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE! – Paid parental leave – Annual swag drops – Flexible work schedules -Generous referral bonus program – Employee appreciation + family-friendly corporate events …and much more.

ABOUT US

• RealmOne is a mid-sized science and technology company dedicated to solving our customers’ toughest mission challenges.
• Headquartered in Columbia, MD., RealmOne supplies advanced cybersecurity, data science, and software engineering services and products to customers in the Government and commercial sectors.
• RealmOne delivers encompassing mission assurance and critical systems support to government customers across various U.S. locations to include Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
• RealmOne has won numerous awards, including Top Workplaces by the Baltimore Sun. Across more than 20 prime contracts, RealmOne is a premier innovator for the Government and Department of Defense, and our team is located across the United States.