TekSynap seeks a highly experienced Senior Database Administrator to lead hands on design and implementation of software and databases in Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and/or newer. RESPONSIBILITIES Use proven, efficient methodologies to support the Micros oft SQL Server and Structured Query Language (SQL) databases Design and develop comprehensive database schemas, encompassing tables, views, indexes, triggers, stored procedures, functions, and other essential objects. Craft efficient and optimized SQL queries, generate insightful reports, and seamlessly integrate data across various systems and applications. Collaborate closely with end users and administrators to gain an understanding of their data needs, proactively optimize database performance, and uphold data quality standards. Continuously monitor and optimize database performance through query tuning, index optimization, and resource management to ensure optimal efficiency and responsiveness. Implement and enforce data security measures, including access controls, encryption, and authentication, to safeguard sensitive information and maintain compliance with relevant regulations Create and maintain data models that accurately represent the organization's data structure and relationships, helping to guide database design decisions. Document database architecture, configurations, and processes to ensure that knowledge is well-documented and can be easily transferred to other team members. Develop and maintain Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes to move, transform, and load data from various sources into the database, ensuring data consistency and quality. Perform capacity planning for future data growth and resource requirements, and plan for scaling the database infrastructure accordingly. Plan and execute database migrations, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, working closely with developers, system administrators, and other relevant teams to address technical challenges. Formulates/defines system scope and objectives . Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations. Prepares detailed specifications from which programs will be written. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents those programs. Overview We are seeking a Database Administrator to join our team supporting a government customer . TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com . Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.