SQL Database Administrator

Description

Job Description:

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We are in search of an SQL Database Administrator (SQL DBA) to work at our customer site at the National Maritime Intelligence Center in Suitland, MD. This position will provide support for Hopper's SQL database infrastructure. Management of all systems shall encompass client/server all database operations and maintenance, configuration management, installations, performance and capacity planning and office automation. This work will be done in conjunction with Hopper ISC established requirement priorities and authorizations. ISC N32 provides Enterprise Operations support to the Intelligence Community (IC) at the National Maritime Intelligence Center (NMIC) facility, to Department of Navy (DoN) Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) in the National Capital Region (NCR) and Contiguous United States (CONUS), and to shore SCIFs supporting commands subordinate to United States Fleet Forces (USFF) around the world.

Note: Must have an active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance, and a current Security+ certification, to be considered

THE MISSION
The purpose of this effort is for the Windows Server, Desktop Management, Enterprise Application and SQL DBA Support Order, which will be contracted to support the Hopper Information Services Center (ISC) Information Technology (IT) Operations Department (ISC N3), systems Division (ISC N32) for the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI).   

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

THE CHALLENGE (primary responsibilities)
•Work across IT functional boundaries (other system administrators, SAN administrators, Network administrators, Database administrators, etc.) with configuration, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrade and system management for optimum performance and reliability.
•Report any server performance issue that will impact mission operations
•Create, document and implement repeatable processes to install, test, upgrade, maintain and secure servers and related software.
•Ensure all server configuration changes have been approved by the government CMR process and documented prior to implementation.
•Assist in researching, documenting and recommending new system related technologies and as well as migration and upgrade paths that could enhance, improve, automate and provide more efficiency and or up-to-date technologies to the operational environment.  
•Install, build, rebuild, configure, maintain, secure, document and administer databases, system related products, hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and operational requirements.                                                 
•Responsible for maintaining daily operations, monitoring, problem identification/ resolution of database server/systems, applications, operating systems and analyzing activity and performance ensuring system/application is providing optimum performance and availability.

•Provide database administration support in terms of installing, configuring, maintaining security, install patches and perform necessary upgrades in order to keep servers/databases updated and secure 
•Identify, troubleshoot and resolve system and application related incidents detected during monitoring                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  
WHAT SETS YOU APART (minimum job qualifications)
•A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 4 years of related work experience; additional years of experience may be allowed in lieu of a degree 
•Experience with SQL Database Administration
•Experience with SQL 2012 version or higher Database
•An SQL 2008 version or higher Database Certification
•Experience in Windows Server
•Up to 10% travel may be required

Certification Requirement

•An active Security+ Certification

Clearance Requirement

DoD Top Secret/SCI

HOPPER
 

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 46,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.