Administer, operate, and maintain Microsoft SQL (2016–2019) and other enterprise databases (DB2, Oracle, MongoDB, MySQL).
Support enterprise GRC platform and application instances (RSA Archer) across Dev, Test, UAT, and Production environments.
Perform database performance tuning, optimization, patching, and security hardening in compliance with DISA STIGs and HHS policies.
Implement upgrade strategies, including planning, checklists, milestones, fallback procedures, and coordination with system administrators and developers.
Manage SQL Server Failover Clustering and Always-On Availability Groups for high availability and disaster recovery.
Collaborate with platform teams to ensure alignment of database operations with shared infrastructure services.
Develop and maintain automation scripts (SQL, PowerShell, DDL, DML, DCL, DQL) to improve efficiency and troubleshooting.
Ensure secure access controls, patch management, and vulnerability remediation in accordance with federal requirements.
Maintain system documentation for configurations, processes, and service records.
Provide mentoring and guidance to junior team members on best practices and technical problem-solving.
Support 24/7/365 on-call operations as part of the STIM infrastructure mission.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience).
8+ years of Information Security and Database Administration experience, including enterprise-level SQL Server administration.
Strong expertise in database performance tuning, administration, and data maintenance (5+ years preferred).
Experience with SQL Server Failover Clustering, Always-On Availability Groups, and high availability/disaster recovery configurations.
Proficiency with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), PowerShell, and ServiceNow for database administration and monitoring.
Hands-on experience with enterprise GRC platforms such as RSA Archer.
Current Microsoft Database certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or higher).
Strong knowledge of federal security frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5, CIS Controls, and DISA STIGs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Strong problem-solving skills, organizational skills, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
