Database Administrator (Senior-Level)

Link Solutions, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

6d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Link Solutions, Inc. is seeking a senior-level Database Administrator to work at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. This non-remote role supports enterprise application modernization and digital transformation initiatives across CPE Aviation, formerly known as PEO Aviation. The administrator will oversee the administration, optimization, security, and availability of enterprise database environments supporting mission-critical applications and operational systems for Army aviation modernization efforts. Working closely with infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud, application, and engineering teams, the Database Administrator will help maintain secure, compliant, high-performing, and available enterprise databases. The role contributes to database modernization and cloud migration initiatives, cybersecurity compliance, and business continuity operations, with a focus on Microsoft SQL Server and cloud-based database technologies. This position requires U.S. citizenship, an active DoD Secret Clearance, and a DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification or higher. It is full-time, Monday through Friday, and contingent upon successful government contract award, funding availability, contract negotiations, and customer approval. Relocation incentives are available. The stated annual compensation range is $80,000–$100,000.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Active DoD Secret Clearance.
Five or more years of experience administering and supporting enterprise database environments.
Experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration, database security, backup and recovery, and performance optimization.
DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification or higher, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent.
Completion of Microsoft SQL certifications equivalent to Exams 70-461, 70-462, and 70-463, or comparable database administration experience.
Experience implementing database patching, cybersecurity compliance requirements, and vulnerability remediation.
Experience supporting enterprise applications, database integrations, and mission-critical business systems.
Experience developing and maintaining database documentation, operational procedures, and technical artifacts.
Baseline certification must be obtained within six months of hire if not already held.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Database Administration, or a related technical discipline.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.
AWS Certified Database – Specialty.
Knowledge of Windows Server environments, Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
Experience supporting VMware, Linux, and virtualized enterprise environments.
Experience with vulnerability management tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Retina, or similar platforms.
Experience supporting cloud migration, cloud database administration, and modernization initiatives.
Experience supporting enterprise applications and mission-critical systems.
Experience supporting Department of Defense environments.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Administer, maintain, secure, and optimize enterprise SQL and database environments supporting mission-critical systems and applications.
Monitor database performance, utilization, capacity, and availability, and implement improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.
Implement and maintain DISA STIGs, RMF controls, cybersecurity requirements, and database security best practices.
Perform database patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation, and configuration management.
Manage database backups, restoration, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.
Support cloud migration initiatives, database modernization, and integration of emerging technologies.
Develop and maintain database documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge management resources.
Collaborate with application developers, system administrators, cybersecurity personnel, and engineers to resolve database and application issues.
Support database architecture, performance tuning, data integrity, and system optimization.
Assist with testing, implementation, and sustainment of new applications and database technologies.
Support audit readiness, compliance requirements, and security assessments for enterprise database environments.
Support enterprise infrastructure modernization, cloud adoption, and digital transformation initiatives across the CPE Aviation environment.