Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server across Dev, UAT, and PROD environments (Windows Server and cloud-hosted) across multiple security fabrics.
Own SQL Server installation, configuration, backups/restores, performance tuning, and security.
Provide day-to-day operational support, including monitoring, maintenance jobs, troubleshooting, and vulnerability remediation.
Design, implement, and support High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions (Always On Availability Groups, Windows Server Failover Clustering).
Perform performance optimization, including T-SQL tuning, index management, and issue resolution.
Support SSRS, SSAS, Power BI Report Server, and related SQL Server components.
Proactively maintain SQL Server environments for performance, security, and reliability.
Configure and manage HA/DR solutions (e.g., Always On AG, failover technologies).
Perform database tuning and query optimization.
Develop and manage backup and recovery strategies.
Enforce database security policies, ensuring STIG compliance and audit readiness.
Implement and enforce database security controls, including TDE and compliance requirements.
Resolve complex issues (e.g., performance bottlenecks, data corruption, connectivity).
Maintain documentation for configurations, standards, and procedures.
Collaborate with developers on schema design, query optimization, and stored procedures.
Plan and execute database upgrades, patching, and migrations.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support.
Install and support Oracle databases.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 9 years of DBA experience, with 5+ years in SQL Server database administration.
Deep understanding of SQL Server architecture and internal processes.
Expertise in encryption (TDE, SSL) and Windows Server Failover Clustering.
Proven experience with HA/DR solutions (Always On AG, DAG).
Advanced T-SQL skills for query optimization and troubleshooting.
Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong technical skills in network hardware, software, and operating systems.
Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

Microsoft SQL ServerT-SQLHigh AvailabilityDisaster RecoveryAlways On Availability GroupsWindows Server Failover ClusteringSSRSSSASPower BI Report Serverdatabase tuning

Soft Skills

problem-solvinganalytical skillssense of urgency

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceActive Top Secret with SCI eligibility