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SQL Database Administrator

Think Tank, Inc.
locationWashington, DC, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Technology
Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

*Eligible to work in the US Required

*Full Time Remote Position

*Position is Subject to Contract Award

*Must be able to provide 3 references

Role Summary: Provides expert-level administration, development, and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server databases and SQL Cluster environments that support the U.S. Government's enterprise business applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer, configure, and maintain on-premise and Azure SQL Server environments (2016 – 2022).
  • Manage SQL Always On clusters (5 clusters, 2 nodes each) including high-availability, failover, and performance optimization.
  • Perform daily monitoring, backup verification, and database health checks using SolarWinds and Idera SQL Diagnostic Manager.
  • Implement database security, authentication (Windows, SQL, Azure AD MFA), and encryption (TDE, TLS).
  • Troubleshoot database connectivity, query performance, and resource utilization issues.
  • Support database changes through ServiceNow tickets and RFCs; ensure response within a few hours and timely resolution.
  • Apply patches and upgrades during scheduled after-hours maintenance windows.
  • Create and maintain documentation, runbooks, and change logs.

Qualifications

  • Experience: 8 + years as a SQL Server DBA; 5 + years in enterprise clustered environments.
  • Technical Proficiency: SQL Server 2016–2022, Azure SQL, T-SQL scripting, SSMS, backups, replication, high availability.
  • Certifications (preferred): Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, MCSE Data Management & Analytics.
  • Clearance: Public Trust

Please contact hr@ttinc.com for all issues or questions.

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