Database Administrator

Provides database support by verifying databases associated with network tools and solutions function as required. Responsible for participating in the routine operations and maintenance of databases and ensuring their reliable and efficient performance.

• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance and incident management measures.

• Executes regular system administrative activities, including system reboot, back up, recovery, archiving and restoration.

• Checks and ensures all databases are online and can be connected. Monitors and tunes databases to ensure peak performance.

• Checks database log files backup status and system hardware resources such as space, CPU, and memory. Implements backup and recovery solutions.

• Runs database tests and tunes database performance, and identifies opportunities for improvement.

• Provides routine system maintenance support, ensuring that any system disruptions mandated by an upgrade or patch follow the necessary guidelines and approvals.

• Supports installation of operating systems, databases, applications, development upgrades, and new releases.

• Executes any needed upgrades to the software applications and maintains necessary licensing.

• Adheres to established standards, controls and procedures to ensure data integrity and security.

• Uses various databases and sources to ensure systems are not vulnerable to security attacks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study.

• Must possess a Top Secret Clearance

• 0-2 years of related work experience

Other Job Specific Skills

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.

• Knowledge of database backup and recovery strategies.

• Experience with DBA productivity and performance tools.

• Experience with DoD and Federal Government is a plus.

• Knowledge of security network and infrastructure tools, including access control and/or encryption.

• Knowledge of the software/system development life cycle (SDLC).

• Ability to clearly and concisely document table mappings/layouts or data dictionaries for technical and non-technical audiences.

Compensation Ranges

Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

$85k - $98k

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, gender identity, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.