Senior SQL Database Administrator

Overview Senior SQL Database Administrator

Location: Washington, DC Employment Type: Full-Time Work Arrangement: Hybrid 

About the Position

International Logic Systems (ILS) is seeking an experienced Senior SQL Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and support enterprise SQL Server databases. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in database administration, performance optimization, security, backup and recovery, and production database environments.

The candidate will collaborate with project teams to ensure database reliability, availability, performance, and security while supporting business and technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and support Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise production environments.

• Perform database installation, configuration, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance.

• Monitor database performance, availability, and reliability.

• Conduct performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting.

• Implement and maintain database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.

• Ensure database security, access controls, and compliance with established standards.

• Identify and resolve database issues to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.

• Collaborate with developers, infrastructure teams, and project stakeholders to support database requirements.

• Support database migrations, deployments, and environment changes as needed.

• Maintain database documentation, operational procedures, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Minimum of 7  years of database administration experience , including at least 5 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise production environments.

• Strong experience with SQL Server installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance.

• Experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.

• Strong understanding of database security, access management, and data integrity.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft SQL Server certifications are preferred but not required.

• Experience supporting enterprise or government applications.

• Experience working in complex production database environments.

Work Schedule and Onsite Requirements

• Hybrid Schedule: Following the initial two-month period, candidates will work 2 days onsite and 3 days telework per week

• Working Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

• Additional Support: Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

Background Screening and Access Requirements

• Candidates must successfully undergo criminal history checks and fingerprinting.

• Candidates must obtain a government identification and access pass.

• Employment and access are subject to applicable background screening and security requirements.

About International Logic Systems (ILS)

International Logic Systems (ILS) is a technology and government contracting company delivering innovative IT solutions and professional services to federal government clients. ILS is committed to providing high-quality technology solutions that support mission-critical government operations.