Highly Skilled Microsoft SQL Database Administrator

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Qualifications
Our ideal candidate has extensive experience in systems administration, with a specialization in MS SQL administration
You should be proficient in SQL Server Management Studio, CMS, and transact statements, with a strong understanding of Windows Server 2012/2016/201+, Power BI, and VMware virtual environments
Bachelor's degree; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
5+ years of experience in systems administration with specialized experience in MS SQL administration
Experience with SQL Server 2012/2014/2016+
Experience with Windows Server 2012/2016/201+
Fully adjudicated active Top-Secret clearance is required to start; must be eligible to obtain SCI-level adjudication
Benefits
The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off and Federal Holidays, Training and Development opportunities, Awards and Recognition, and an Employee Referral Program
Responsibilities
As a Senior MS SQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for designing and delivering high-quality technical solutions that meet the needs of our clients
Deploying MS SQL servers in highly available configurations via multiple SQL nodes
Setting up MS SQL Always On Availability Groups with multiple SQL server synchronization
Deploying HA/AOAG stretched over a metro style clustering for disaster recovery support
Performance tuning DB and server connections
Upgrading DB to newer versioning via best practices
Working with MS SQL Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
Securing Windows, MS SQL, and DBs per DoD guidance in RMF accredited environments
Patching servers and MS SQL installation during non-peak hours
Administering MS SQL Reporting Services and Power BI instances
Collaborating with the backup team to ensure user and system DBs have appropriate backups
Assisting the CND team in providing log review for threat incidents
Managing other SQL versions, including MySQL and PostgreSQL (PSQL)
Performing software upgrades, patch installs, firmware upgrades
Diagnosing and troubleshooting problems related to the OS, hardware, network, and related software
Job description
We are seeking a highly skilled Microsoft SQL Database Administrator to join our team at Inventium.io LLC, a leading technical consulting and software development services company based in the Washington DC area.
About the Role:

This is a unique opportunity to work on high-achieving projects with a talented team of professionals. As a Senior MS SQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for designing and delivering high-quality technical solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

Our ideal candidate has extensive experience in systems administration, with a specialization in MS SQL administration. You should be proficient in SQL Server Management Studio, CMS, and transact statements, with a strong understanding of Windows Server 2012/2016/201+, Power BI, and VMware virtual environments.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deploying MS SQL servers in highly available configurations via multiple SQL nodes
• Setting up MS SQL Always On Availability Groups with multiple SQL server synchronization
• Deploying HA/AOAG stretched over a metro style clustering for disaster recovery support
• Performance tuning DB and server connections
• Upgrading DB to newer versioning via best practices
• Working with MS SQL Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
• Securing Windows, MS SQL, and DBs per DoD guidance in RMF accredited environments
• Patching servers and MS SQL installation during non-peak hours
• Administering MS SQL Reporting Services and Power BI instances
• Collaborating with the backup team to ensure user and system DBs have appropriate backups
• Assisting the CND team in providing log review for threat incidents
• Managing other SQL versions, including MySQL and PostgreSQL (PSQL)
• Performing software upgrades, patch installs, firmware upgrades
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting problems related to the OS, hardware, network, and related software
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration with specialized experience in MS SQL administration
• Experience with SQL Server 2012/2014/2016+
• Experience with Windows Server 2012/2016/201+
• Fully adjudicated active Top-Secret clearance is required to start; must be eligible to obtain SCI-level adjudication
Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off and Federal Holidays, Training and Development opportunities, Awards and Recognition, and an Employee Referral Program. Read more