Senior Database Administrator

Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid Level Department: Information Technology Contact Government Services is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to assist with administering all aspects of Microsoft SQL Server. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting‑edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Responsibilities Administer Microsoft SQL Server including Replication, Backup/Restore procedures, Capacity Planning, Reporting Services, Analysis Services, and Integration Services Migrate databases from SQL Server 2012 to SQL Server 2016 Provide basic systems administration support including planning, execution, testing, installations, and configurations of new hardware and software Recommend/implement solutions for SQL performance monitoring and tuning Implement, deploy, and/or support Microsoft Technologies such as Visual Studio Framework, VB.NET, ASP.NET, and Web Services Support visualization technologies such as VMware and Microsoft Hyper‑V, creating and configuring virtual machines Perform backups of the web, application, and database servers according to MPA policies and procedures, including daily incremental backups and full weekly backups of all volumes of servers Perform database activities such as monitoring, space management, and support, including extended hours of support for database systems when required Qualifications Minimum 5 years relevant experience related directly to SQL Server Database Administration Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently Experience with visualization technologies such as VMware and Microsoft Hyper‑V Experience and knowledge related to source/change control, bug tracking, SDLC, and integration of Relational Databases Ability to appropriately handle confidential and/or sensitive materials Comfort with and willingness to work in groups and individually on both large and small projects Ability to document, explain, and present any task related to decisions and processes Additional Preferred Experience Experience implementing and maintaining data warehouses Experience with AWS RDS for PostgreSQL Experience with working in cloud environments such as Azure and/or AWS Prior professional services or federal consulting experience Our Commitment Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting‑edge technology with world‑class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we’ve been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401(k) Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: For more information about CGS please visit or contact: Email: View email address on click.appcast.io We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr