Database Administrator 2

Columbia Technology Partners•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Database Administrator 2 to support the operation, maintenance, and optimization of mission-critical database environments. This role is ideal for a systems administrator with strong database administration experience who enjoys troubleshooting complex technical issues, managing database infrastructure, and ensuring reliable system performance. The Database Administrator 2 will provide hands-on support for database platforms, day-to-day operational activities, capacity planning, and incident resolution while working closely with users, engineers, and stakeholders to maintain the availability and integrity of enterprise database systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
Ten (10) years of experience as a Database Administrator or System Administrator with database administration responsibilities supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity.
Five (5) years of additional database administration experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Experience supporting database operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and administration in enterprise environments.
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
DOD 8570 Certification
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Nice To Haves

Experience administering Microsoft SQL Server and other enterprise database platforms.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in database and systems administration environments.
Experience monitoring system performance, conducting capacity planning, and optimizing resource utilization.
Familiarity with database backup, recovery, security, patching, and maintenance best practices.
Understanding of server, storage, and network technologies that support database infrastructure.
Experience supporting operational environments that require high availability, reliability, and customer responsiveness.

Responsibilities

Provide implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance support for database systems and related infrastructure.
Manage the daily configuration, operation, and administration of database environments.
Monitor database systems, servers, storage, and related devices to ensure optimal performance and availability.
Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for database-related issues, including diagnosis, troubleshooting, escalation, and resolution.
Assist users with accessing, utilizing, and resolving issues within database systems and services.
Configure, install, maintain, and upgrade database platforms and software components.
Perform database performance monitoring, resource optimization, capacity analysis, and growth planning.
Troubleshoot database infrastructure issues and provide detailed analysis and recommendations for corrective actions.
Support incident management processes by communicating status updates and resolution efforts to stakeholders and customers.
Implement system enhancements and improvements that increase database reliability, security, and performance.
Support database-related hardware and infrastructure issues through resolution and recovery activities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO + Leave: Customizable leave plans to meet your needs.
Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: At zero cost to you.
Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
Referral Bonus Program: Bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000.