Senior Systems Engineer – SQL Server Database Administrator

Role Overview

• Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server across Dev, UAT, and PROD environments (Windows Server and cloud-hosted) across multiple security fabrics.
• Own SQL Server installation, configuration, backups/restores, performance tuning, and security.
• Provide day-to-day operational support, including monitoring, maintenance jobs, troubleshooting, and vulnerability remediation.
• Design, implement, and support High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions (Always On Availability Groups, Windows Server Failover Clustering).
• Perform performance optimization, including T-SQL tuning, index management, and issue resolution.
• Support SSRS, SSAS, Power BI Report Server, and related SQL Server components.
• Proactively maintain SQL Server environments for performance, security, and reliability.
• Configure and manage HA/DR solutions (e.g., Always On AG, failover technologies).
• Perform database tuning and query optimization.
• Develop and manage backup and recovery strategies.
• Enforce database security policies, ensuring STIG compliance and audit readiness.
• Implement and enforce database security controls, including TDE and compliance requirements.
• Resolve complex issues (e.g., performance bottlenecks, data corruption, connectivity).
• Maintain documentation for configurations, standards, and procedures.
• Collaborate with developers on schema design, query optimization, and stored procedures.
• Plan and execute database upgrades, patching, and migrations.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support.
• Install and support Oracle databases.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 9 years of DBA experience, with 5+ years in SQL Server database administration.
• Deep understanding of SQL Server architecture and internal processes.
• Expertise in encryption (TDE, SSL) and Windows Server Failover Clustering.
• Proven experience with HA/DR solutions (Always On AG, DAG).
• Advanced T-SQL skills for query optimization and troubleshooting.
• Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong technical skills in network hardware, software, and operating systems.
• Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.

Tech Stack

• Cloud
• MS SQL Server
• Oracle
• SQL

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off