Junior Database Administrator

Database Administrator - JrWe are seeking a Database Administrator - Jr to join our team supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) contract at the National Capital Region (NCR). The DIA CIO Infrastructure Services program provides secure enterprise infrastructure engineering, operations, and technology-refresh support across classified environments. This junior Data / Storage position performs continuous tier 2/tier 3 watch coverage and supports reliable, secure, and mission-focused delivery in coordination with Government leads, program leadership, service lanes, and technical teams.ResponsibilitiesImplements and optimizes the computerized database systems that support the Company's or client's ability to function on a daily basis.Implements and maintains smooth operation and physical design of databases.Conducts performance tuning of indexes and databases in general.Reviews database design and integration of systems, provides backup recovery and makes recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.Maintains security and integrity controls.Formulates policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management, and monitors transaction activity and utilization.May develop stored procedures and/or triggers.Administers a variety of database systems, such as Microsoft SQL Server, and other Database Management Systems (DBMS).Develops and enforces database administration and user standards and procedures; audits, modifies, and amends data in systems using SQL commands.Perform Database Administrator - Jr duties for the DIA CIO Infrastructure Services program in accordance with approved technical, security, quality, configuration, and change-control processes.Coordinate assigned activities with Government representatives, program leadership, engineering, operations, cybersecurity, service owners, and other mission partners.Maintain accurate technical, operational, and status documentation; identify risks, issues, dependencies, and corrective actions affecting assigned work.Required QualificationsU.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance are required. A polygraph will be required for the position, and the employee must obtain and maintain all customer-mandated system and facility access.Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an area applicable to the position plus at least 2 years of relevant experience. OR Qualifying education and experience combinations: HS/GED plus 6 years; associate plus 4 years; bachelor plus 2 years; master plus 0 years.DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification minimum (ex. Security+); transition to the Government-designated DoD 8140 work-role qualification is required.Demonstrated junior-level proficiency performing Database Administrator - Jr responsibilities in classified or mission-critical information technology environments.Experienced with frequent use and application of technical standards, principles and theories.Works under general supervision, providing solutions to technical problems of moderate scope/complexity.Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of an integrated technical team.Desired QualificationsOne or more of the following are desired: Security+, Oracle OCP, Microsoft database, or PostgreSQL certification.A certification satisfying the next higher applicable DoD 8570 category or the corresponding DoD 8140 proficiency level is preferred.Current training and hands-on experience with the tools, platforms, and mission processes used by the assigned service lane are preferred.