Database Administrator (Dba)

The SQL Server DBA will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, performance, and support of critical SQL Server DB systems, to ensure the availability and consistent performance of our corporate and business applications. This is a “hands-on” position requiring solid technical skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Day to day you will be responsible for the development and support of different versions of SQL server and other database technologies like MySQL, Oracle, etc., ensuring their optimal functioning (security, health, performance, etc.).

THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION THAT CAN SIT IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:  HERNDON, VA; WASHINGTON, DC; ATLANTA, GA OR OVERLAND PARK, KS.

• Manage SQL Server databases and other RDBMS through different product lifecycles from development to mission-critical production systems.
• Install, Configure, and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security.
• Support 24x7 operational database support including periodic on-call rotation.
• Conduct diagnostic tests and evaluate performance metrics on the databases.
• Monitor the databases to ensure system health, functionality and remediate problems/issues in a timely manner.
• Migrate/convert databases from Oracle 11g, 12c and 19c to MS SQL server.
• Execute & maintain SQL scripts and utility jobs for MS SQL database maintenance.
• Implement & manage MS SQL database backups and restore, clustering, always on, failover and load balancing technologies.
• Perform DB refreshes from Prod to lower environments.
• Monitor database status, logs, space utilization, extents, locks, blockings and deadlocks and clearing them accordingly.
• Implement and support MS SQL (Active/Passive & Active/Active), Multi Node Clustering for four node clusters.
• Apply data modeling techniques to ensure that development and implementation support efforts meet integration and performance expectations.
• Independently analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing end-to-end problem resolution.
• Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes.
• Assist developers and application owners with complex query tuning and optimization.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities after hours.
• Share domain and technical expertise, providing technical mentorship and cross-training to other peers and team members.
• Perform all other DB related tasks and activities as assigned.

THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION THAT CAN SIT IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:  HERNDON, VA; WASHINGTON, DC; ATLANTA, GA OR OVERLAND PARK, KS.

Required Experience and skills:

• 3+ years’ experience supporting MS SQL Server Databases.
• Demonstrated experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
• Demonstrated experience with backups, restores and recovery models.
• Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server.
• Experience working with Windows server, including Active Directory.
• Experience creating and deploying SSRS, SSIS and SSAS packages.

• Experience with MySQL, Oracle and MariaDB running on Linux.
• Highly Desired: Experience with VMware, NetApp and SSRS.

• Knowledge of Oracle DB in a Unix environment.
• Knowledge with Rubrik MS SQL backup technology.
• Knowledge with SQL Monitor MS SQL performance monitoring tool.
• Knowledge with Power Script/DBATools.

Why FYI?

FYI – For Your Information, Inc. continues to be one of the fastest growing and most successful woman-owned Federal contractors in the country. For three years in a row, we have been on Inc. Magazine’s 5000 list and was recently named one of Inc’s 2023 Mid-Atlantic Fasted Growing companies.  FYI offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment.  We offer professional development and career growth opportunities to all employees. As we continue to grow so will you and your career.

What is in it for you?

• Opportunity to work remotely, based on contract or position.
• Team building and innovation in a collaborative environment.
• A competitive base salary with a loaded benefits package.
• Tuition/Education Assistance.
• Personal computer device allowance.
• Pet Insurance.

At FYI – For Your Information Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and our core value of “People First”. All people matter at FYI. We believe that our inclusive environment and the diversity of our people drives our innovation and growth and allows us to better serve our clients and communities. 

FYI – For your Information is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identify), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, martial status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employment organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.