SQL Server Database Administrator 2/3

Northrop Grumman

78d • $77,200 - $115,800

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman CIDO – Database Operations has an immediate need for a SQL Server Database Administrator. The DBA selected will provide MS SQL Server database support for business application systems, primarily inside closed areas in our Melbourne FL office. This role will be 100% onsite. This individual will apply and develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Work is performed without appreciable direction and exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective, for desired results. Additionally, the DBA may create standards and/or do modeling to monitor and enhance capacity and performance.

Requirements

• For level 2: 2 years of relevant IT experience with a Bachelor's degree OR 0 years of experience with a relevant Master’s degree.
• Experience as an MS SQL DBA.
• Sufficient understanding of MS SQL versions 2016, 2017 and 2019.
• Login and DB security experience.
• Performance tuning and indexing experience.
• Must have an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Must have Basic Windows OS knowledge.
• For level 3: 5 years of relevant IT experience with a Bachelor's degree OR 3 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree.
• Proven experience as an MS SQL DBA.
• Sufficient understanding of MS SQL versions 2016, 2017 and 2019.
• Login and DB security experience.
• Performance tuning and indexing experience.
• Must have an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Must have Basic Windows OS knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) disciplines.
• Advanced Degrees are a plus.
• Graph technology database experience a plus.
• Proficiency in batch scripting.
• Proficiency in Other RDBMS systems.
• 9 years of relevant IT Database experience.
• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance is a plus.
• Security+ certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform database maintenance tasks to support application changes and ensure integrity and efficient performance of the databases.
• Participate in the research and resolution of database problems.
• Research and install DBMS software packages.
• Document and improve work processes.
• Provide thorough coordination with customers, application developers, customers, and other IT groups.
• Implement and maintain smooth operation and physical design of databases.
• Conduct performance tuning of indexes and databases in general.
• Review database design and integration of systems, provide backup recovery and make recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.
• Maintain security and integrity controls.
• Formulate policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management, and monitor transaction activity and utilization.
• Develop stored procedures and/or triggers.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree