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Junior Database Administrator

MANTECH

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IT - Database
Doral, FL (On-Site/Office)

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career-oriented, and customer-focused Junior Database Administrator to join our team in Doral, FL.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Assist in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL).
  • Perform routine database administration tasks including backups, restores, patching, and upgrades. Support database performance monitoring and tuning efforts.
  • Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolution under supervision of senior DBAs.
  • Maintain database security, including user account management and access controls. Support disaster recovery planning and testing activities.
  • Setting up and maintaining SQL Server Always On Availability Groups and/or Failover Cluster Instances.
  • Develop and maintain documentation related to database configurations, processes, and procedures. Ensure compliance with DoD and organizational cybersecurity policies and STIG requirements.
  • Collaborate with system administrators, developers, and cybersecurity teams to ensure database systems meet performance and security requirements.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • BA/BS in field necessary to assume Junior Database Administrator duties
    • High School Diploma and 4 years of additional experience or Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience may be exchanged in lieu of a required Bachelor's degree
    • A candidate holding a relevant Master's degree may be granted 2 years' experience credit for that extra education. A candidate holding a relevant PhD degree may be granted 4 years' experience credit for that extra education.
  • 6+ months experience of performing work related to database administration.
  • Certification requirement: Security+ and Azure Admin Cert (AZ-104)
  • Basic knowledge of database concepts including indexing, normalization, backup/recovery, and performance tuning.
  • Experience with SQL scripting and query optimization.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting DoD environments.
  • Familiarity with database STIG implementation and compliance.
  • Experience with cloud-based database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL).
  • Knowledge of automation or scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash).


Clearance Requirements:
  • Must have an active Secret clearance.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.


Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
  • May occasionally move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
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IT - Database
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Secret
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MANTECH