The Role
Install, configure, operate, and maintain MS SQL Server databases; implement monitoring, performance tuning, backup and disaster recovery; conduct capacity and availability audits; support database policies, documentation, and cloud database work; collaborate with developers and stakeholders and evaluate new database technologies.
Summary Generated by Built In
- Install, configure, operate, and maintain database systems across the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) enterprise network
- Research and apply best business practices for the design and administration of databases
- Support creation and maintenance of standard database policies, operating procedures and overall documentation
- Implement database performance monitoring, fine tuning and optimize database systems
- Support development and implementation of database backup and disaster recovery strategies
- Conduct database capacity and availability audits
- Participate in IT and business projects to define database system requirements and recommend technology solutions
- Research, benchmark, document and introduce new database technologies and features into application life cycle
- Collaborate with the application developers, business owners and architects in design and implementations
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Education/Training:
- Associate’s Degree in technology or other relevant discipline preferred
- DoD 8570 Level II Certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or higher, required
Experience:
- +1 years of experience with MS SQL Server 2019 or higher
- Experience with MS SQL Server cluster, MS SQL Server database performance tuning, MS SQL Server database monitoring
- Experience with MS SQL Server database backup/recovery
- Knowledge and experience with relational DBMS concepts, design, architecture, and operations
- Experience working with databases in Azure or AWS
Security:
- Must be a US citizen
- Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance
Physical Requirements:
- Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
- Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
- Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
- Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
Salary: $65,000 - $90,000 annually
Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.
Skills Required
- Associate's Degree in technology or other relevant discipline
- DoD 8570 Level II Certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE) or higher
- 1+ years of experience with MS SQL Server 2019 or higher
- Experience with MS SQL Server clustering, performance tuning, and monitoring
- Experience with MS SQL Server backup and recovery
- Knowledge and experience with relational DBMS concepts, design, architecture, and operations
- Experience working with databases in Azure or AWS
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Possession of a minimum DoD Secret clearance
- Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms; prolonged computer use; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; follow PPE safety protocols
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The Company
What We Do
KIHOMAC is an aerospace and defense acquisition and technology company. Founded in 2003, KIHOMAC is a Veteran-Owned Small Business that provides system acquisition and life cycle management support to government agencies.
