Database Administrator

Guidehouse Inc.
Washington, DC, United States
2 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$85,000.0 - $141,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Adaptable Database Systems Databases Database Design Database Security Disaster Recovery Microsoft SQL Server Performance Tuning Query Optimization SQL Stored Procedures SQL Databases Transact-SQL

Job description

  • Designs, implements, and maintains full life cycle of complex databases including Tables, Views, Stored procedures, indexes, functions, jobs, rules and roles, replications, and other database objects.
  • Understands and maintains database interaction with other mission critical systems. Manages or develops databases with respect to the operating system, access methods, and access time.
  • Creates or maintains database clustering. Creates, monitors and trouble shoots database replications.
  • Provides highly technical expertise in the use of database management systems. Defines file organization, indexing methods, and security procedures for specific user applications.
  • Conducts device allocation, validation checks, organization, and statistical methods.
  • Maintains database dictionaries. Integrates systems through database design. Works in collaboration with Development and Engineering teams.
  • Evaluates and recommends available database management products and services.
  • Follows database standard and plays quality assurance role.

Requirements

  • Good verbal and written communications skills to effectively deal with customers and diffuse potential problems.
  • Must have good organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and be able to meet agency and customer deadlines.

What You Will Need:

  • Minimum of FOUR years of overall work experience.
  • Bachelors degree from an accredited university.
  • Prior experience in supporting MS SQL server 2016, 2019 or later versions
  • Experience supporting production, business-critical database environments.
  • Knowledge of database security, access control, and compliance standards.
  • Hands-on experience with:
  • SQL programming (T-SQL, stored procedures, triggers, functions)
  • Performance tuning and query optimization
  • Backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
  • Database clustering and replication
  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD “PUBLIC TRUST”; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
  • US Citizenship or Green Card required. No Visa sponsorship is eligible for this role.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Experience supporting federal project.

Benefits & conditions

The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Care.com annual membership
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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