Senior Database Administrator

TekSynap Corporation
Reston, United States of America
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Reston, United States of America

Tech stack

Azure
Backup Devices
Computer Security
Information Systems
Databases
Crystal Reports (Reporting Software)
Database Design
Information Systems Security Architecture Professional
Microsoft SQL Server
Performance Tuning
SQL Stored Procedures
SQL Databases
Web Applications
Database Replication
Physical Design

Job description

The Senior Database Administrator is expected to be able to accomplish the following:

  • Implements and maintains smooth operation and physical design of databases.

  • Conducts performance tuning of indexes and databases in general.

  • Reviews database design and integration of systems, provides backup recovery and makes recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.

  • Maintains security and integrity controls.

  • Formulates policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management, and monitors transaction activity and utilization.

  • May develop stored procedures and/or triggers.

  • Administers a variety of database systems, such as Microsoft SQL Server, and other Database Management Systems (DBMS).

  • Develops and enforces database administration and user standards and procedures; audits, modifies, and amends data in systems using SQL commands.

  • Oversees the scheduling of database projects, database and transaction log backups, notifications, and database replication between multiple SQL Servers and remote sites.

  • Assists Database Designers/Information System Analysts in the development and creation of SQL and Web-based databases and database systems.

  • Reviews technical designs, reports, documentation, and other materials produced by staff; creates and maintains high-level reporting systems using products such as Crystal Reports; researches and implements new database and online technology., + Work schedule:"Normal work hours" constitute on average 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week (excluding breaks and meal periods) within standard operational hours occurring 0600-1800, Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI +CI Polyclearance

  • BS, 5-7 years of relevant experience; MS, 3-5 years; PhD, 0-3 years, + Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

  • Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits & conditions

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

About the company

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

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