Database Administrator (SQL Certified)

MKS2 Technologies • Golden, CO

1d • $93,000 - $106,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator (SQL Server Certified) to provide full lifecycle SQL Server administration and sustainment support for the VA National Acquisition Center Contract Management (NAC CM) system . This role is critical to ensuring high availability, performance optimization, secure operations, and data integrity for a system supporting pharmaceutical pricing, sales reporting, and multi‑agency integrations. The ideal candidate brings deep SQL Server expertise, strong troubleshooting skills, and experience supporting mission‑critical federal systems.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of SQL Server database administration experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Microsoft SQL Server Certification (required)
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting federal IT systems or regulated environments
• Strong understanding of database security, auditing, and compliance
• Familiarity with multi‑system integrations and data pipelines
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer the SQL Server 2022 production environment
• Lead and execute the upgrade to SQL Server 2024
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain 10+ external system data feeds
• Ensure SLA compliance for database uptime and availability
• Conduct performance tuning, indexing, and capacity planning
• Apply security patches, updates, and vulnerability remediation
• Produce quarterly utilization reports and recommend enhancements
• Support ATO sustainment documentation and compliance activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level