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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SQL Database Administrator - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Quantico, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $122,275.0 - $165,431.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Artificial Intelligence, Backup Devices, Batch Processing, Biometrics, Cyber Security, Databases, Database Security, Failover Clustering, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Servers, Microsoft SQL Server, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Release Management, Power BI, Requirements Management, Security Content Automation Protocol, Server Administration, SQL Databases, SQL Server Integration Services, Alwayson, Transport Layer Security, Performance Monitor, Tools for Reporting, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Database Backup, Database Monitoring, User Accounts - **Published:** October 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://gdit.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Career_Site/job/USA-VA-Quantico/NCIS-SQL-Database-Administrator---Active-Top-Secret-clearance_RQ231242-1/apply ## About the Role Microsoft SQL Server DBA Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. Our SQL Database Administrator must have: · Security Clearance Level: Active Top Secret clearance required; Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance once hired. · Required Experience: · 5+ years of work experience administering MS SQL Server databases (SQL 2012 or newer) · Experience with Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) and Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption in SQL Server · Experience administering SQL Server 2012-2019 · Required Certifications: Security+ CE · Education: BS degree; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree, Years of Experience 5 + years of related experience * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA Travel Required ## Description Transform technology into opportunity as a SQL Database Administrator at GDIT. Shape what's next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what's next for your engineering career., As a SQL Database Administrator, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of our IT Technology Development division within the NCIS ITD organization in Quantico, VA. · As the SQL DBA Administrator, you will manage all current and planned SQL Server databases that support our customer's COTS applications. You will also be part of a team of systems administrators managing Windows Server 2016-2019, desktops, and printers. In addition: · You will be responsible for the operations and maintenance of these databases. If additional databases are required in the future, the candidate will be responsible for designing, planning, and implementing those databases, including database creation, security, access, backup and recovery, and documentation. · You must be experienced with applying STIGs to SQL Server databases and be familiar with the impacts on the related applications. · You must have excellent documentation skills, and will be responsible for creating related standards, operating procedures, and security documentation. · Database monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and tuning · Perform administration and management of Microsoft SQL Server 2012-2019 and Microsoft SQL Reporting Services · Familiar with SQL Always-on setup and management and Microsoft Failover Clustering · Perform day-to-day monitoring and maintenance of SQL Server databases. · Perform database and system performance monitoring and troubleshooting Database Backup and Recovery Develop, document, and apply procedures for database backup and recovery Perform scheduled and nonscheduled database backups and recovery with Microsoft SQL Server SSMS, or SQL CMD Database Creation Participate in the analysis of database solutions o Responsible for the definition, design, creation, and implementation of a database environment with respect to access methods, access time, batch processes, device allocation, validation checks, organization, protection and security Systems Administration Evaluate and install new software releases, patches, and system upgrades Identify and troubleshoot system issues Develop, document, and apply procedures for systems backup and recovery May program in an administrative language (PowerShell, VBS, etc.) Perform ACAS and SCAP scans and remediation Assist Tier 2 help desk with issues elevated to systems administrators Create and update user accounts, perform accounts management in Active Directory Security and STIGs Support the Certification and Accreditation process - run scans; resolve findings; document solutions, workarounds or provide justifications for exceptions Document, implement, and maintain database security policies in accordance with DISA STIG requirements Documentation Define and oversee database standards, controls, procedures, and documentation Create all documentation required for Release Management Framework (RMF) Complete planning and documentation prior to new integration or implementation SSIS and PowerBI Reporting Server Administration Other SQL DBA duties as assigned