North Point Technology

SQL Database Administrator – Senior (Top Secret with agreement to obtain CI Poly)

Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States · Work style not stated

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EmployerNorth Point Technology
LocationFort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employer posted5 months ago

This job requires active TS/SCI clearance with a CI Polygraph. Please apply only if you have an active TS/SCI clearance with a CI Polygraph.

SQL Database Administrator – Senior

Position / LCAT: SQL Database Administrator Level: Senior Lead Designation: N/A Location: Fort Belvoir, VA

Role Summary

Provides database administration and management support for Relational Database Management Systems (RDMS) in a Microsoft SQL Server-based environment hosting databases across supported networks for various .NET applications. Maintains quality of service, availability, security, and performance of databases through daily system checks, STIG compliance, backup and recovery management, and capacity planning, while supporting application developers and end users.

Responsibilities

Provide database administration and management support for RDMS in a Microsoft SQL Server-based environment across supported networks
Maintain quality of service and availability of RDMS by enforcing organizational standards through daily system checks; record 100% of findings and statuses to the IT Portal
Ensure all SQL servers and instances have the latest DISA STIGs applied within 30 calendar days of release; notify Government of critical findings that cannot be remediated within 3 days
Manipulate database objects and develop stored procedures, stored functions, and packages based on customer requirements
Maintain healthy and reliable data replication using technologies such as availability groups
Monitor performance and manage parameters to provide fast query responses; optimize code and stored procedures while assisting developers
Implement security requirements for least privileged access and monitor user access and security
Develop and maintain database documentation including SOPs, TTPs, logical architecture diagrams, entity relationship diagrams, and server lists
Develop, manage, and test backup and recovery plans, including monthly integrity testing of no less than 10% of database backups
Conduct capacity planning and assist with storage and architecture design
Complete CRITICAL daily checks by 0700 daily and all other priority checks by 1000 daily
Notify the Government of any unscheduled system outages within 30 minutes of occurrence
Provide after-hours on-site support with 2-hour response time to system/application malfunctions
Monitor and assume responsibility of trouble tickets to maintain 99% system availability rate

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Required Qualifications

Eight years of experience in SQL database administration supporting and managing databases in a production environment
Five years of experience installing, configuring, and supporting Microsoft SQL Server in High Availability Group configurations
Five years of experience with T-SQL and ability to write scripts, stored procedures, triggers, and views to automate maintenance functions
Three years of experience serving as a team leader working both as part of a team and independently to assign/review immediate tasks, set priorities, maintain task progress, and validate team members' work
Three years of experience mentoring junior personnel on proper practices and procedures
Three years of experience planning and implementing security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification, or disclosure in accordance with industry best practices and DISA STIGs
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or SQL Server 2016 or SQL Database Administration Certification
DoD 8140.03 IAT Level II / Intermediate certification
TS/SCI clearance with SBI and ability to attain SI, TK, G, HCS, and NATO Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the DCD IT Portal and Government-managed STIG management portals
Experience supporting .NET applications in a production environment

North Point Technology is THE BEST place to work for curious-minded engineers motivated to support our country’s most crucial missions! We focus on long term projects, leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions to solve our customer’s most difficult problems.

At North Point Technology, EMPLOYEES come first! We value our employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. We strive for a close-knit and open atmosphere where the owners are always directly available to our team members.

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