SQL Database Administrator

A Global Defense Contractor is seeking a SQL Database Administrator to provide expertise to a federal client in support of their mission critical systems in defense of our Homeland. Your role will involve overseeing database administration, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and ensuring the availability, integrity, and security of our SQL databases., Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to ensure optimal throughput and responsiveness.

• Perform database design, data modeling, and schema management to support application requirements and performance goals.

• Implement and maintain database security measures, including user access controls, data encryption, and auditing mechanisms.

• Conduct database capacity planning and forecasting to accommodate future growth and changing business requirements.

• Develop and maintain database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability and integrity.

• Collaborate with development teams to optimize SQL queries, database code, and stored procedures for improved performance.

• Create and maintain documentation related to database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

• Other tasks as assigned

7+ years of experience with database administration or related technologies.

• 5+ years of experience with SQL.

• Candidates must reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on-call requirements.

• This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.