Senior Microsoft SQL Database Administrator
About The Position
Are you searching for an opportunity to take your career to the next level? Ignite Digital Services is a fast-growing digital transformation company serving the national security sector. Our small business applies data science, program management and technical domain expertise to help clients implement data-driven approaches that maximize operational efficiencies. We’ve redefined what it means to be a leader in our industry by creating and maintaining effective and rewarding working relationships with our clients, partners and internal team members. Our company culture is built upon a team-based approach, which offers continuous opportunities for personal growth and innovation, while providing unmatched value to our clients. We are seeking a skilled Microsoft SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to provide database management, optimization, and support for the NIWC Atlantic Defense Health Information Technology (DHIT) Division in support of the Defense Health Agency (DHA). The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining the integrity, performance, and security of SQL Server databases supporting mission-critical IT systems. This position involves close collaboration with functional end users, engineers, data analysts, developers, and system administrators to ensure reliable data availability and optimal performance for DHA enterprise applications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Microsoft SQL Server development and database design within enterprise or government environments.
- Strong proficiency in T-SQL, including writing and optimizing complex queries, stored procedures, views, and functions.
- Experience with ETL processes and tools such as SSIS for data integration and transformation across large data sets.
- Familiarity with data modeling, schema design, and performance tuning for analytics and reporting.
- Understanding of DoW cybersecurity requirements, RMF, and DISA STIGs for database systems.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills with experience collaborating in geographically dispersed cross-functional technical teams.
- Active Secret clearance (or the ability to obtain and maintain one).
- Will require onsite presence for client meetings 2-3x/week.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain SQL Server databases and stored procedures to support sensitive DHA data sets.
- Optimize complex queries, views, and data models to improve performance, accuracy, and scalability of analytical and operational systems.
- Support data integration and transformation processes using SSIS and related tools to enable reliable data flow across DHA systems.
- Ensure data integrity, availability, and security in compliance with DoW and DHA data management standards.
- Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and system administrators to troubleshoot issues and implement enhancements.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation for database structures, processes, and data lineage.
- Participate in code reviews, performance testing, and continuous improvement of database development practices.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
- Education stipends and referral bonuses
- Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
- Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
- Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
- Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
