Database Administrator 2

T-Rex Solutions • Fort Meade, MD

4h • $170,000 - $200,000

About The Position

T-Rex is seeking a fully cleared Database Administrator 2 to support an Intelligence Community program in the Fort Meade, Maryland area. The position joins a small database administration team that creates, maintains, and troubleshoots Microsoft SQL Server database environments across multiple networks and architectures. Databases are hosted in both on-premises datacenters and cloud environments. The role involves maintaining and improving the team’s database support processes, with an emphasis on reliable database operations and automation where possible.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience supporting Microsoft SQL Server databases.
• Experience with index and performance management.
• Experience troubleshooting issues with database instances and applications.
• Experience with backup and recovery processes.
• Ability to work with diverse teams in support of a common mission.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ten years of experience as a DBA on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• A bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university, or four additional years of DBA experience in lieu of the degree.
• Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M at a minimum of IAT Level II, with a certification such as CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, or SSCP.
• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued TS/SCI with FSP security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of AWS services, especially RDS.
• Experience with PowerShell or Python scripting to automate repetitive tasks.
• Exposure to Commvault backup solutions.
• Knowledge of SQL Server AlwaysOn Clustering.
• Knowledge of Windows Event Log Filtering.
• Knowledge of Windows Task Scheduler setup and management.
• Experience supporting SharePoint implementations.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, patch, and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server database environments.
• Support databases across multiple networks and architectures, including on-premises datacenters and cloud environments.
• Contribute to the growth and maturity of database administration processes.
• Manage database indexes and performance.
• Troubleshoot issues with database instances and applications.
• Support backup and recovery processes.
• Work collaboratively with diverse teams in support of a common mission.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Performance bonuses.
• Training and educational reimbursement.
• Transamerica 401(k) plan.
• Cigna healthcare benefits.
• Paid time off available immediately upon joining, prorated based on start date.
• Paid parental leave.
• Individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits.
• Annual budget for training and professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) plan with company match, fully vested after 60 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

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