Database Administrator III

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 820

Job Title: Database Administrator III | Exempt

Location: 27410 Hot Patch Rd Quantico, Virginia 22134

Clearance Level: Active DoD - Top Secret

Required Certification(s):

· IAT III certification (CASP CE, CCNP Security, CISA, GCIH, GCED, CCSP, or CISSP (or Associate)

· Professional series Certification within the product groups technology scope (e.g. MCSE (SQL))

SUMMARY In this role, the Database Administrator (DBA) will provide Tier III Database Administration support to the client’s enterprise network. The DBA is responsible for the configuration of all databases to include Microsoft SQL databases, throughout the Clients application servers. The DBA shall configure SSL access and logging on the devices. The environment is currently supported by VMWare.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Maintain the overall health of technologies associated with Database Infrastructure.

· Resolve all DBA incident tickets escalated from the Triage Desk including the administrative activities and provide a weekly and monthly Database Status Report.

· Provide documentation, guidance and instruction to the Triage Desk for the handling of standard network infrastructure related incidents and service requests.

· Submit and execute network related change request tasks.

· Coordinate incident tickets between Tier II and III sections as well as other sections as required.

· Monitor the health of Database Infrastructure with Client provided event management tools.

· Provide Client project support for Database Infrastructure related technologies.

· Coordinate with other Client Sections on DBA issues.

· Support change management process; submit requests through Change Approval Board; participate in a Change Review Board.

· Escalate product-related DBA issues to third party product vendors.

· Implement monitoring tool thresholds and conduct proactive event remediation.

· Provide analysis and remediation for DISA Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG) for all responsible technologies.

· Ability to create, utilize, and maintain SQL Queries and PowerShell scripts for monitoring and maintenance.

· Provide DBA Documentation to Tier I organizations on the procedures for completing the task.

· Ability to provide system administration on all SQL Servers, familiar with SQL installations, patching and upgrades.

· Maintain the overall health of technologies associated with Database Infrastructure.

· Follow all ITIL v 3.0 (and later versions) processes as they are applied to the Client.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Certifications

· IAT III certification (CASP CE, CCNP Security, CISA, GCIH, GCED, CCSP, or CISSP (or Associate)

· Professional series Certification within the product groups technology scope (e.g. MCSE (SQL))

Education, Background, and Years of Experience

· A minimum of 7 years supporting Microsoft Database technology

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills

· SQL 2019 or greater

· Technical skills creating and maintaining Power BI dashboards

· Windows Server 2019 or greater

· Creating and administering Failover Clusters

· Creating and administering AlwaysOn Availability Groups

· Basic knowledge of PowerShell and CMD scripting languages

· Basic knowledge using and maintaining objects in Active Directory

· Well suited for working in a team environment with good communication skills

Preferred Skills

· Familiarization with BMC’s Remedy

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions

· Contractor site with 0%-10% travel possible. Possible off-hours work to support releases and outages. General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are not hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.

Strength Demands

· Sedentary – 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Requirements

· Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. 

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

Happy - Be Infectious.

Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive.

Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.

Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.

Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.

Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.

Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

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