Database Administrator (Intermediate) - SQL Server/PostgreSQL with Security Clearance

Information Systems Solutions (ISS) is seeking a highly motivated Database Administrator (Intermediate) to support mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) information systems in Suffolk, Virginia. This position is responsible for the administration, maintenance, security, performance, and availability of enterprise Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL database environments supporting operational and business applications. Requirements The successful candidate will provide database administration services across multiple environments, ensuring database reliability, security, and performance while supporting cybersecurity compliance requirements, disaster recovery planning, and system modernization initiatives. This role is 100% onsite. Specific duties include but are not limited to the following: Administer, maintain, monitor, and support Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL database environments. Ensure database availability, reliability, integrity, confidentiality, and performance. Perform database installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and migrations. Design, implement, and maintain backup, recovery, replication, and disaster recovery solutions. Monitor database performance and implement tuning and optimization strategies. Configure and support high-availability solutions including clustering, failover, and replication technologies. Implement and maintain database security controls, auditing, and access management. Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance activities and cybersecurity initiatives. Apply and maintain DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and remediate vulnerabilities. Develop and maintain database maintenance plans, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation. Collaborate with system administrators, cybersecurity personnel, developers, and stakeholders to support mission requirements. Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents, performance issues, and operational problems. Participate in change management, configuration management, and release activities. Provide after-hours support during maintenance windows and operational emergencies as required. Why Work For ISS? At ISS we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. Being a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gatherings within the company to foster camaraderie. ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career. Requirements Clearance Level Secret Certifications (IAT Level II) One Of The Following CySA+ Security+ CCNA - Security

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GSEC SSCP Required Technical Skills Microsoft SQL Server SQL Server installation and configuration SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) Always On Availability Groups Failover Clustering Backup and recovery Performance tuning and optimization Security administration and auditing PostgreSQL Installation and administration Replication and high availability Backup and recovery Performance tuning and optimization Database upgrades and migrations User and role management General Database Administration Capacity planning Database health monitoring Disaster recovery planning and testing Database lifecycle management Configuration and change management Automation and scripting Desired Qualifications Microsoft SQL Server certifications. PostgreSQL certifications. Experience supporting Department of Defense, Joint, Combatant Command, or Federal information systems. Experience implementing and maintaining DISA STIG compliance. Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and cybersecurity controls. Experience supporting AWS and/or Azure cloud database solutions. Experience with PowerShell, Python, Bash, or SQL scripting. Experience with monitoring and reporting tools such as SolarWinds, Grafana, Splunk, Redgate, or pgAdmin. Salary Description 125,000-135,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr Information Systems Solutions