Secret cleared Database Administrator

Our client, a large government systems integrator located at Camp Smith, HI, is looking to hire an onsite Database Administrator (DBA) for a 12-month contract. The consultant will support mission-critical database systems within a secure government environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for working on and supporting the future-state database architectures while administering, maintaining, securing, and optimizing enterprise SQL Server environments. This role requires expertise in database administration, performance tuning, automation, security compliance, high availability, and enterprise architecture., * Design and define enterprise database architectures supporting future-state IT capabilities and services.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to align database solutions with organizational strategies and operational objectives.
• Develop and implement enterprise database standards, methodologies, and best practices.
• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server database environments.
• Monitor database performance and optimize systems through performance tuning and capacity planning.
• Diagnose and resolve database performance issues, errors, and outages.
• Perform database installation, upgrades, migrations, patching, and ongoing maintenance.
• Develop and implement database security standards and ensure compliance with organizational security policies.
• Create and maintain database backups, disaster recovery procedures, and business continuity plans.
• Configure and support high-availability database solutions, including clustering and failover environments.
• Create automation scripts to streamline routine database administration tasks.
• Design, develop, and maintain database reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Recommend and implement emerging database technologies and process improvements.
• Install, configure, and support mission-specific database applications.
• Schedule and execute routine maintenance activities, security updates, and emergency database support.
• Administer database accounts, permissions, access controls, password resets, and auditing functions.
• Execute SQL scripts and provide logging and troubleshooting support in accordance with established SOPs.
• Document database architecture, technical requirements, implementation plans, and operational procedures.
• Develop Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) supporting enterprise database initiatives.
• Apply and maintain Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to ensure compliance with DoD security requirements.
• Develop testing strategies to validate system functionality, performance, and security.
• Analyze technical issues, recommend corrective actions, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in special projects and enterprise modernization efforts as assigned.

• Must have a minimum of a Secret Clearance (preferably a TS but can upgrade)
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (equivalent experience may substitute for education).
• Minimum 5 years of professional IT experience, including at least 3 years of Microsoft SQL Server administration.
• Experience administering Microsoft SQL Server versions 2014, 2016, 2017, and/or 2019.
• Strong knowledge of:
• SQL Server Administration
• Database Performance Tuning
• Backup and Recovery
• Disaster Recovery Planning
• High Availability and Clustering
• Database Security
• Database Automation (PowerShell, T-SQL, or similar)
• Experience supporting Windows Server operating systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.