SQL Database Administrator (Top Secret/SCI Clearance)

What company will I be working for? You will be working for a national security services firm, providing cutting-edge services across DoD and other agencies. At Inflow, we believe in making it matter for every employee, every customer, and every mission we support. That means that we put employees first, providing both innovative benefits and great technology. Check out https://inflow-ns.com/inflowees to learn more about what it’s like to be an Inflowee. 

Who will I be working with? In support of Inflow's contract with the Government, you will be working alongside Government civilians and other Government contractors and instructors.

What level Clearance do I need? You must possess an active Top Secret / SCI clearance. 

When is this position expected to begin? This position is contingent upon award. Please apply now to be considered for this opportunity! A recruiter will be in touch when possible.

What will I be doing? Using your expertise in SQL database administration, you will be providing support to government and military stakeholders to ensure intelligence professionals worldwide have the right access to the right data consistently through a variety of support services. In addition, you will:

Provide database administration and management support for Relational Database Management Systems (RDMS) in a Microsoft SQL Server-based environment hosting databases across the supported networks for various .NET applications

Maintain quality of service and availability of DCD RDMSs by establishing and enforcing organizational defined standards ensuring the performance, integrity and security of databases through daily system checks with 100% of findings and statuses being recorded to DCD IT Portal

Ensure all SQL servers and instances have the latest DISA STIGs applied 

Ensure healthy and reliable data replication is maintained using technologies such as availability groups, etc.

Configure and utilize database connectivity tools and utilities

Research, test, and implement new versions of the Database Management System (DBMS) for inclusion into DCD infrastructure

Develop and maintain database documentation

Develop, manage, and test backup and recovery plans

Review and complete assigned Daily System Checks

Update configuration management data

Monitor and assume responsibility of trouble tickets assigned to the Database Administration branch

Provide restoration services sufficient to ensure high availability

Provide after-hours on-site support, as needed, to respond to system/application malfunctions

Perform regular database testing

Conduct capacity planning and assist with storage and architecture design

Produce entity relationship and data flow diagrams, and database normalization schemas that are logical to physical data maps and data table parameters

Implement security requirements for least privileged access to organizational databases and monitor user access and security

Map out a conceptual design for database enhancements

Monitor performance and manage parameters to provide fast query responses to ‘front end’ users

Manipulate database objects and develop stored procedures, stored functions, and packages when needed based on customer requirements

Maintain, report, and update daily checklists

Other duties as assigned

What experience, training, and education do I need?

You must meet the minimum requirements:

Active Top Secret / SCI clearance

8 years experience in SQL database administration supporting and managing databases in a production environment

5 years experience installing, configuring, and supporting Microsoft SQL Server in High Availability Group configurations

5 years experience with T-SQL and ability to write scripts, stored procedures, triggers, and views to automate maintenance functions

3 years experience serving as a team leader working as both part of a team and independently to assign/review immediate tasks, set priorities, maintain task progress, validate team members’ work consistent with the organizational goals and deadlines

3 years experience mentoring junior personnel on proper practices and procedures

3 years experience planning and implementing security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure in accordance with industry best practices and DISA STIGs

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MSCA) or SQL Server 2016 or SQL Database Administration Certification

DoD 8140.03 IAT Level II/Intermediate certification

Where is the client site that I would be working for? You will be working in Fairfax County, Virginia. Address disclosed after your clearance is verified.

Inflow is an EEO/Affirmative action employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

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