DBA - Database (Virtual)

In a world of technology, people make the difference. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

AnaVation is seeking a Mid‑level Database Administrator who will manage and optimize our customers' database environment. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and backup/restore strategies. This role blends core DBA tasks with system administration in Windows Server, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security across our platforms while partnering closely with development and infrastructure teams.

Design, implement, and maintain moderately complex databases

Maintain database dictionaries and integrate systems through database design

Administer and test computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems

Monitor performance, analyze wait stats, tune queries, and manage indexes and statistics

AGs, log shipping)

Perform system administration tasks including patching, scripting, and server configuration

Automate routine operations using PowerShell or similar scripting tools

Collaborate with teams to support application releases and schema changes

Enforce database and system security with proper access controls, encryption, and auditing

Create and maintain clear documentation for procedures, configurations, and best practices

This position requires a Top‑Secret clearance.

This position is on‑site in Washington DC with no remote option.

Minimum of 4 years experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

4+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA

Experience with database administration

Experience implementing data policies, procedures, and standards

Experience planning and developing an organization’s enterprise data model

Experience resolving data conflicts

Experience managing data repositories

Familiarity with backup tools, monitoring systems, and disaster recovery planning

A current Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and the ability to obtain a polygraph

Can be on‑site 5 days a week

Proficiency in PowerShell or other scripting languages

Knowledge of SSIS, SSRS, or SSAS

Familiarity with Linux environments

Exposure to DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines

Cloud experience

Experience migrating data between different database systems or versions, and integrating data from multiple sources into a unified database environment

Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents

100% company‑paid dental insurance for employees and dependents

100% company‑paid long‑term and short‑term disability insurance

401(k) plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting

Generous paid leave and holiday package

Tuition and training reimbursement

Life and AD&D insurance

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.Federal Intelligence Community. owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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