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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Infrastructure Application and Database SME
At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team!
Job Summary
B&A is looking for an Infrastructure Application and Database SME to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. In this role, The Infrastructure Application and Database SME Lead oversees the stability, performance, and security of enterprise Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments. This role provides expert technical leadership in database architecture, optimization, and administration-driving innovative solutions for complex challenges while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Responsibilities
Required Skills
Desired Skills
Security Clearance
Certifications:
More About B&A:
Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.
Benefits and Programs
B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.
B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:
At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.
EEO
B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.
B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.
Full-time
Description
Infrastructure Application and Database SME
At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team!
Job Summary
B&A is looking for an Infrastructure Application and Database SME to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. In this role, The Infrastructure Application and Database SME Lead oversees the stability, performance, and security of enterprise Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments. This role provides expert technical leadership in database architecture, optimization, and administration-driving innovative solutions for complex challenges while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Responsibilities
- Lead Oracle and SQL Server database projects from design through implementation and support
- Administer and optimize Oracle and SQL databases, including installation, tuning, backup/recovery, and cybersecurity compliance.
- Manage database performance, high availability, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Configure and maintain Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM 13c) for monitoring, alerts, automation, and reporting.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to database teams and project staff.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align database solutions with business and DoD requirements.
- Apply and maintain DISA STIG and RMF cybersecurity controls; support security audits and risk mitigation.
- Troubleshoot complex database and performance issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Oversee vendor and contract relationships with Oracle, Microsoft, and other technology partners.
- Manage database change processes to ensure stability, configuration integrity, and minimal downtime.
- Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, project reports, and operational procedures.
- Drive continuous improvement by staying current with emerging database technologies and best practices.
- Support cloud-based deployments (AWS, Azure, OCI) and hybrid database environments.
- Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and project management skills in cross-functional teams.
Required Skills
- 10+ years of experience in database administration and infrastructure engineering (Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server).
- Deep understanding of Oracle Database architecture (19c or newer) and SQL Server (2019 or newer).
- Hands-on experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM 13c) setup, monitoring, and automation.
- Strong background in database performance tuning, backup/recovery, replication, and disaster recovery.
- Expertise in high availability solutions such as Oracle Data Guard, RAC, and SQL Always On Availability Groups.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible).
- Knowledge of cloud database services (AWS RDS, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure).
- Experience with virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) and Windows/Linux server administration.
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals as they relate to database systems (TCP/IP, DNS, routing).
Desired Skills
- Experience with database modernization and migration (on-prem to cloud or hybrid environments).
- Familiarity with containerized database deployments (Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift).
- Knowledge of automation/orchestration tools (Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins) for database provisioning and patching.
- Exposure to NoSQL and open-source databases (PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MongoDB).
- Proficiency with database analytics and monitoring tools (Splunk, Grafana, Prometheus).
- Understanding of data warehousing and ETL processes (Informatica, SSIS, or similar).
- Hands-on experience with BI Publisher for reporting and compliance tracking.
Security Clearance
- Active Secret Clearance
Certifications:
- DoD IAT Level II Certification (per DFARS 252.239-7001)
- CompTIA Security+ CE (minimum required IA certification)
- DLA CE Certification - IA Role/Function: TBD at Task Order level
- MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Administration (DBA)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DBAA) or higher
More About B&A:
Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.
Benefits and Programs
B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.
B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:
- The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
- A formal mentorship program
- Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
- Brand Ambassador program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
- Monthly teambuilding events
- B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more
At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.
EEO
B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.
B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.
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