Senior SQL Database Administrator

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At

ManTech , you'll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, mission-oriented

Senior SQL Database Administrator (DBA) , in the

Springfield, Virginia

area to provide unparalleled support to our customer and to begin an exciting and rewarding career within ManTech. Our customers have high standards, are technically adept, and use our products daily to support their mission of protecting national security.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

As a Senior SQL DBA, the tasks will include designing, developing, and deploying database solutions to improve organizational knowledge sharing and awareness. Position is responsible for engineering new and maintaining current database solutions relevant to the environment.Responsible for providing technical support for the day-to-day SQL Server activities of the organization, to include providing technical support for new projects, daily operations, and maintenanceExpected to work on complex assignments, perform a wide range of SQL Server database administration activities with little to no direct supervisionThe selected candidate must possess familiarity with varied concepts, standard best business practices, procedures and be able to plan and execute tasks based on experience, judgement, and independent researchDesign, troubleshoot and optimize SSRS or Power BI reports and dashboards to meet business needsIndependently analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end.Assist developers with complex query development/tuning and schema design/refinement.Routinely evaluates/implements improved methods or processes for administering and maintaining databases and servers.Participate in design and architecture review of the databases and applications. Participate in these efforts and communicate with multiple teams to finalize optimal design for databases and applications.Serve as escalation point for troubleshooting minor to major problems on an as-needed basis; often requiring time sensitive response and pro-active communication to different groups within the organization requirementsContribute to the creation of processes, procedures and standards for SQL Server database administration that supports the use of optimal database server resources and performance to minimize potential downtime scenariosDesign, create, and maintain databases in a client/server environmentProvide technical support for the day-to-day SQL Server activities of the organizationCoordinate changes to SQL Server and SQL Server security patches and cumulative updatesPlan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard databasesMeasure database performance and troubleshoot complex database issuesImplement database changes to improve performance and securityConfigure and manage system and database user IDs and group permissionsSetup and manage database backups and recoveriesReview project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish projectBasic Qualifications:

7+ years' experience as a database administrator with Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and newerAbility to configure and monitor interfaces with other systemsAbility to configure and maintain system databases, user databases and server instancesExperience creating and maintaining schema, tables, views, functions, triggers and indexesConfigure, monitor, and troubleshoot AlwaysOn Availability GroupsSome experience with mirrored database replication is helpfulBe efficient at T-SQL and batch scriptingExperience installing/sizing/configuring SQL databases associated with COTS productsExperience using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)Review procedures in database management system manuals for making changes to databaseMust be able to communicate in a clear, concise, professional manner, to be understood by customers, clients, co-workers and other employees of the organization; both verbal and writtenStrong troubleshooting and analytical skillsMust be able to learn and apply technical and procedural information systematically and conscientiouslyMust be able to demonstrate capability to learn new technical concepts and to adapt to new technologies quicklySelf-motivated and possess the ability to apply various methods and techniques to query and process moderately complex data structuresMust possess 1 or more of the following certifications: Security+, Network+, OR other IAT Level II certification.Preferred Qualifications:

SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) or Power BI Server, including report design and creationHelpful if candidate has Application Development backgroundUnderstanding of Microsoft Hyper-V - Virtual Machine Manager (VMM)Experience being a Database DeveloperExperience using a third-party database monitoring tool such as Quest Foglight or SolarWindsFamiliarity with DISA STIGsSecurity Clearance Requirements:

Must possess an active Top Secret (TS) clearance with Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) EligibilityPhysical Requirements:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.

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