Database Administrator

Overview

CommIT Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Database Administrator to be a member of a Team providing Tier III SQL 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 and the configuration of SSL access and logging on the devices. The SQL databases support many highly critical solutions such as the virtual infrastructure, SolarWinds, and BlackBerry Government Enterprise Mass Notification Solution. The underlying infrastructure consists of VMware Virtualization and NetApp storage solutions. The contractor must have specialized knowledge and capabilities in hosting, managing, and administering software hosted on VMware virtualization technologies

Established in 2001, CommIT is a Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (CVOSB) providing innovative technical engineering and data science services. Our enterprise systems support includes the Department of Defense's (DoD) GCSS-MC, CAC2S, TBMCS-MC, and the Department of Veteran's Affairs' (VA) telehealth communications. We offer acquisition management, systems engineering, Agile software development, cloud management, IT modernization, data analytics, cybersecurity, and training, including leading-edge DevSecOps, automated testing, and mobile application development.

Responsibilities

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to-

• Maintain the overall health of technologies associated with Database Infrastructure.
• Resolve all DBA incident tickets escalated from the Service Desk including executing the associated administrative activities.
• Provide documentation, guidance and instruction to the Service Desk for the handling of standard database 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 such as SolarWinds, PowerBI and other Power Apps.
• Provide Client project support for Database Infrastructure related technologies.
• Coordinate with other Client Sections on DBA issues.
• Support the change management process; submit requests through Change
• Approval Board and 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 in preparation for Client inspections.
• Implement, coordinate, and support system upgrades.
• Provide input and assistance with integration of new capabilities and engineered solutions.
• Provide reconfiguration and optimization recommendations, in writing, of supported technologies as required.
• Support the provision of services in supported technology areas assigned.
• Support configuration, documentation, and planning of Disaster Recovery related items.
• Perform systems performance monitoring.
• Provide input and updates to business process models.
• Maintain, update, and support the development of operational documentation that includes but is not limited to: Work instructions; Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); System diagrams.
• Possess knowledge and experience in Microsoft Windows operating systems, Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC), and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE).
• Possess expertise Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC), and Availability Groups

Qualifications

Required Experience and Education:

• A minimum of 7 years supporting Microsoft Database technology
• IAT III certification (CASP+CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, or CSSP), can attain within 180 days of hire.
• Professional series Certification within the product groups technology scope (e.g. MCSE (SQL))
• SQL 2019 or greater
• Technical skills creating and maintaining PowerBI 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:

• SQL 2019 or greater

Security Clearance:

• Active DOD Top Secret Clearance

Working 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

CommIT Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.