Database Administrator - (Active Top Secret)

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL).
• Monitor database performance and optimize for efficiency.
• Implement regular backups and disaster recovery plans.
• Troubleshoot database-related issues and provide solutions promptly.
• Perform database tuning and fine-tuning for enhanced performance.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure database security compliance.
• Conduct periodic audits of database systems and ensure data integrity.
• Assist in the design and implementation of database architectures.
• Provide support during system upgrades, migrations, and implementations.
• Ensure adherence to best practices and relevant industry standards.

Required Skills:

• Database Management: Expertise in managing large, complex databases.
• Database Performance Tuning: Strong ability to optimize and tune databases for high performance.
• Backup & Recovery: Experience setting up and managing backup and recovery procedures.
• Security Knowledge: Strong understanding of database security, including encryption and access controls.
• Troubleshooting: Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to resolve database issues quickly.
• Documentation: Strong attention to detail and ability to document processes and procedures.
• Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Clearance: Active Top-Secret Clearance is required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Database Administrator, preferably in a government or security-focused environment.
• Strong understanding of database management systems (DBMS) such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, etc.
• Prior experience working with federal agencies or in cleared environments is a plus.
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