SQL Database Administrator

SQL Database Administrator

Location: Fort Meade MD
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Clearance: Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph is required
Certification: Security CE
Education: Bachelors degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience

Years of Experience: 10 years of relevant experience

Salary: $148761 - $158246

Description

At Altus Technology Solutions we are seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator to support mission critical government operations under the XTRAWARRIOR program. This role supports secure high availability database environments that are essential to national security missions.

If you thrive in high-impact environments and want to be part of a skilled team shaping critical projects wed love to have you on board!

In this role you will be responsible for the administration performance security and reliability of SQL based database systems operating within classified enterprise environments. This position works closely with system administrators engineers cybersecurity teams and government stakeholders to ensure database systems remain stable secure and optimized.

Primary Responsibilities

• Install configure administer and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases in classified environments
• Perform database monitoring performance tuning optimization and capacity planning
• Manage database backup recovery patching upgrades and disaster recovery processes
• Implement and maintain database security controls including roles permissions auditing and access management
• Troubleshoot and resolve database related issues impacting system performance availability or data integrity
• Support database deployments migrations schema updates and system integrations
• Collaborate with system administrators to ensure proper integration with Windows and UNIX operating systems
• Support Tier 1 and Tier 2 troubleshooting for database driven applications and services
• Maintain documentation standard operating procedures and recovery plans
• Provide technical updates and recommendations to government and internal stakeholders
• Optimize system operations to improve reliability availability and performance

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a technical discipline from an accredited institution
• Five additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree
• Ten years of experience supporting IT systems of similar scope type and complexity
• Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise or mission environments
• Experience supporting systems across multiple security classification levels
• Strong understanding of database architecture performance tuning backup and recovery and security best practices
• Ability to work independently in secure operational environments
• Active TS SCI security clearance with Poly

Specialized Experience

• Experience supporting SQL databases within classified or regulated environments
• Experience integrating database systems with enterprise infrastructure and applications
• Familiarity with Windows and UNIX operating systems in support of database hosted systems
• Experience collaborating with cybersecurity and network teams to meet compliance requirements

About Altus

Since 2004 Altus Technology Solutions has been committed to providing top-quality performance-driven services to both government and commercial clients. As an ISO 9001:2015 Certified firm Altus integrates proven solutions with industry-leading practices to tackle mission-critical challenges.

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Pay and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Income protection through short- and long-term disability insurance
• Education assistance for professional growth
• Flexible paid leave and career advancement opportunities

Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment

Altus Technology Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws. As a federal contractor we are committed to hiring and retaining a workforce that includes individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process please contact

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Join Us!

Are you ready to support mission critical data systems in a high impact environment Apply today and be part of something bigger.

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