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Top Secret/SCI
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$95,000 - $100,000
IT - Database
Washington, DC (On-Site/Office)
We are hiring a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to strengthen and expand our enterprise database operations. The successful candidate will be expected to work independently, take responsibility for database reliability, and support the upgrade of our production environment from SQL Server 2019 to SQL Server 2022.
Responsibilities
• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server Database Engine, Reporting Services (SSRS), and Integration Services (SSIS).
• Develop and manage automated backup strategies, maintenance tasks, and monitoring jobs to ensure consistent performance.
• Configure Database Mail and implement alert systems to provide proactive issue notification.
• Deploy and support high availability solutions, including Always On Availability Groups, Windows Failover Clustering, and Database Mirroring.
• Contribute to database design activities such as modeling, E-R diagrams, and deployment planning.
• Implement data protection methods, including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) and SSL for data in transit.
• Write and review SQL queries, procedures, and scripts for performance and efficiency.
• Provide on-call support for production systems when required.
• Support reporting and analytics efforts using SSRS, SSIS, and Power BI.
• Apply STIGs, perform vulnerability assessments, patch servers and databases, and maintain security compliance documentation.
• Conduct operating system patching, database patching, and auditing as part of regular maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve performance problems, using monitoring tools and tuning techniques on large SQL Server platforms.
• Work closely with applications, infrastructure, and security teams to deliver stable and reliable services.
• Assist with cloud-based projects; familiarity with Azure or AWS environments is an advantage.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience as a SQL Server DBA.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server 2019 administration and practical experience with upgrades to SQL Server 2022.
• Proven background in high availability and disaster recovery for enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of Windows Server patching, auditing, and security controls.
• Ability to work independently, communicate clearly, and collaborate with technical and non-technical staff.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications are preferred but not required
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires TS/SCI with a CI Polygraph.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $95,000 - $100,000/yr (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
Responsibilities
• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server Database Engine, Reporting Services (SSRS), and Integration Services (SSIS).
• Develop and manage automated backup strategies, maintenance tasks, and monitoring jobs to ensure consistent performance.
• Configure Database Mail and implement alert systems to provide proactive issue notification.
• Deploy and support high availability solutions, including Always On Availability Groups, Windows Failover Clustering, and Database Mirroring.
• Contribute to database design activities such as modeling, E-R diagrams, and deployment planning.
• Implement data protection methods, including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) and SSL for data in transit.
• Write and review SQL queries, procedures, and scripts for performance and efficiency.
• Provide on-call support for production systems when required.
• Support reporting and analytics efforts using SSRS, SSIS, and Power BI.
• Apply STIGs, perform vulnerability assessments, patch servers and databases, and maintain security compliance documentation.
• Conduct operating system patching, database patching, and auditing as part of regular maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve performance problems, using monitoring tools and tuning techniques on large SQL Server platforms.
• Work closely with applications, infrastructure, and security teams to deliver stable and reliable services.
• Assist with cloud-based projects; familiarity with Azure or AWS environments is an advantage.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience as a SQL Server DBA.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server 2019 administration and practical experience with upgrades to SQL Server 2022.
• Proven background in high availability and disaster recovery for enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of Windows Server patching, auditing, and security controls.
• Ability to work independently, communicate clearly, and collaborate with technical and non-technical staff.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications are preferred but not required
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires TS/SCI with a CI Polygraph.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $95,000 - $100,000/yr (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
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