Systems Administrator (SQL Database Administrator)

Sarela Technology Solutions LLC; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional IT services company based in Virginia is looking for a Sr. SQL Database Administrator to manage database administration tasks for a large DOD contract. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience with SQL Server or Oracle databases, an active DOD clearance, and a commitment to maintain high data integrity and performance standards. This role involves collaborating with senior management and providing both remote support and desk-side technical solutions. A strong background in database schemes and access management is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of database administration experience with a BS or 4-6 years with a Masters.
• Active DOD clearance is required.
• Experience with MySQL or Oracle databases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct database design and manage access privileges.
• Ensure database integrity and implement corrective actions.
• Provide remote and desk side support for database issues.

Skills

Database design

SQL Server

Data backup

Database schema definition

Database query optimization

User data integrity

Remote support

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

DoD 8570.11 IAT Level II certification

Tools

MySQL

Oracle

Postgres

Job description

Systems Administrator (SQL Database Administrator)

SarelaTech is seeking a Sr. SQL Database Administrator (DBA) in Fort Belvoir, VA to partner on a large enterprise IT contract for the DOD. The DBA performs day-to-day technical database administration tasks. This includes database design, database structure identification, database schema definition, database access privilege management, database query optimization, documentation, database instance upgrades, long-range requirements, operational guidelines, and database protection. The candidate should have primary experience with SQL Server and preferably Postgres or Oracle implementations, data back-up, data recovery, and updated and fix security patches. Duties also includes reviewing data within the database, ensuring user data integrity, maintaining database support tools, database tables and dictionaries, recovery and back-up procedures, and making recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.

Primary Responsibilities:

This role performs senior level database administration tasks and reviews the technical work of others.

Conducts database design, database structure identification, database schema definition, database access privilege management, database query optimization, documentation, database instance upgrades, long-range requirements, operational guidelines, and database protection.

Reviews data within the database, ensuring user database integrity, maintaining database support tools, database tables and dictionaries, recovery and back-up procedures, and making recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.

Monitors and manages backend data synchronization applications and external data source retrieval, applications.

Examines customer problems, develop and present solutions, and then implements appropriate corrective action to initiate a repair or return.

Collaborates on and implements technical solutions with senior management and clients.

Provides remote and desk side support.

Supports the development and adherence to procedures and policies.

Supports customer requirements in a 24/7/365 environment.

Updates technical solutions, operations, and maintenance documentation for 24/7/365 personnel.

Required Qualifications

Candidate must have a BS with 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 4-6 years of prior relevant experience. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.

Higher level knowledge of standards, concepts and tools to be able to complete technology assignments.

Domain level technical knowledge to maintain databases, ensure recovery and provide patches on MySQL and/or Oracle databases.

Experience working independently on technical database administration activities in support of a client on MySQL and/or Oracle databases.

Experience implementing a broad range of assignments requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks.

Experience developing methodologies and presenting solutions to problems to senior management and clients.

Experience interfacing with senior management and clients on requirements and solutions.

Candidate must, at a minimum, meet DoD 8570.11- IAT Level II certification requirements (currently Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, or SSCP)

An active DOD clearance is required in order to be considered for this for position.

About us

Sarela Technology Solutions is a Professional Information Technology (IT) Services company specializing in Cybersecurity Operations, Cybersecurity Compliance, Cloud Engineering, Software Engineering, and Program/Project Management. At SarelaTech, you’ll be part of a mission-focused, values-driven team working on meaningful national defense programs. We prioritize integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement in everything we do. If you thrive in a collaborative environment with opportunities for technical growth and leadership, we want to hear from you.

Vision : Deliver innovative IT and cybersecurity solutions that empower our customers to achieve mission success, today and tomorrow.

Mission : To be the trusted technology partner that enables secure, agile, and mission-driven success across every domain we serve.

Values : Honor, integrity, courage, excellence, commitment, and continuous improvement are embedded in our DNA.