Why this role stands out
Advance your career as a Database Administrator with a leading technology firm supporting critical defense systems, offering hybrid flexibility and a chance to enhance your cybersecurity expertise. This role is ideal for experienced professionals seeking to make a significant impact within a reputable organization and grow their skills in a dynamic environment. Embrace this opportunity to secure a rewarding position where your technical contributions are highly valued.
Quick overview
Job description
Database Administrator
- Dahlgren, VA Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Day ** This position is contingent upon award of the contract.
About the Company Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.
ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability Job Summary ATG is seeking a Database Administrator to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) The selected candidate will administer, maintain, secure, and optimize enterprise database environments while ensuring data integrity, system availability, performance, backup, recovery, and compliance with Department of the Navy and DoD requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, configure, administer, and maintain enterprise database management systems.
- Monitor database performance and optimize queries, indexes, and storage utilization.
- Perform database backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and replication activities.
- Implement database security, access controls, auditing, and encryption.
- Support database upgrades, migrations, and patch management.
- Develop and maintain database documentation, procedures, and configuration records.
- Troubleshoot database issues and provide technical support to application teams.
- Ensure compliance with RMF, STIGs, and Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Minimum four (4) years of professional experience in computer design, software development, computer networks, or database administration.
- Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 3 investigation.
- Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, or other enterprise database platforms.
- Knowledge of database backup, recovery, performance tuning, and security.
- U.S. Citizenship.
Desired
- Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server certification.
- Experience supporting NAVSEA or Department of the Navy.
- Experience with PowerShell, scripting, and database automation. Physical and Environmental Conditions Normal Office Environment. Requires Sitting, Standing, Near Acuity, Speaking with colleagues and customers, Listening, Sight, Use of hands/fingers. Additional Benefits
- Performance Bonuses and annual salary reviews
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language. Apply Now
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