Amentum · 23 hours ago
Senior SQL Database Administrator (TS/SCI required)
Fort Belvoir, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$190K/yr - $195K/yr
10+ years expAmentum is involved in operational intelligence forces and provides comprehensive IT support for the Data Capabilities Division. The role focuses on database administration and management in a Microsoft SQL Server environment, ensuring performance, integrity, and security of databases while supporting various applications.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide database administration and management support for Relational Database Management Systems (RDMS) in a Microsoft SQL Server-based environment hosting databases across the supported networks for various .NET applications
Maintain quality of service and availability of DCD RDMSs by establishing and enforcing organizationally defined standards ensuring the performance, integrity and security of databases through daily system checks with 100% of findings and statuses being recorded to DCD IT Portal
Maintain, report, and update daily checklists
Ensure all SQL servers and instances have the latest Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) STIGs applied within 30 calendar days of release and uploaded to STIG management portals where available. Notify Government and TTM of any critical findings that cannot be remediated within 3 days of discovery
Manipulate database objects and develop stored procedures, stored functions, and packages when needed based on customer requirements
Ensure healthy and reliable data replication is maintained using technologies such as availability groups, etc
Monitor performance and manage parameters to provide fast query responses to ‘front end’ users optimizing code and stored procedures while assisting application developers with database requirements
Configure and utilize database connectivity tools and utilities while supporting developers, programmers, and engineers during software development
Map out a conceptual design for database enhancements, considering both ‘back end’ organization of data and ‘front end’ accessibility for end user
Research, test, and implement new versions of the Database Management System (DBMS) for inclusion into DCD infrastructure as they become available
Implement security requirements for least privileged access to organizational databases and monitor user access and security
Develop and maintain database documentation to include updating existing and creating new Standard Operating Procedures, TTPs, logical architecture diagrams, entity relationship diagrams, server lists, and other database administration related documentation on monthly basis adhering to organizational templates and policies
Produce entity relationships and data flow diagrams, and database normalization schemas that are logical to physical data maps and data table parameters
Develop, manage, and test backup and recovery plans, ensuring that storage, archiving, backup, and recovery procedures are functioning correctly to include monthly integrity testing of no less than ten (10) percent of DCD database backups on the supported networks
Conduct capacity planning and assistance with storage and architecture design
Review “Database Daily Checks” list on the DCD IT Portal and complete the Daily System Checks assigned. Ensure 100% completion of all CRITICAL checks completed by 0700hrs daily, all other priority checks completed by 1000hrs daily. This includes performance, data integrity, and availability checks that are created daily on SIPRNET portal with required actions. Database administrators shall complete checks and update lists with status and actions taken to resolve issues
Review “Database Restore Checks” list on the DCD IT Portal and complete random testing of no less than ten (10) percent of databases, on each of the supported networks, per month and annotate on SIPR no later than 1200hrs on Friday of each week. This includes ensuring the integrity of database backups and abilities to meet Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) by regularly testing backups
The contractor shall notify the Government of any unscheduled system outages within 30 minutes of each occurrence and add to operations log within four (4) hours
Provide after-hours on-site support to respond to system/application malfunctions. The contractor shall have 2 hours after notification of an issue to respond to the workplace. If after two hours on site the issue is not resolved, the contractor shall escalate the issue to the Project Manager who shall provide hourly telephonic updates to the COR and TTM until the issue is resolved
Make sure configuration management data are updated within one business day of any modification or update of infrastructure
Provide restoration services sufficient to ensure high availability
Monitor and assume responsibility of trouble tickets assigned to the Database Administration branch, assign specific tickets for resolution, and prioritize tickets in line with organizational goals of maintaining 99% system availability rate
Qualification
Required
Ten years of experience in SQL database administration supporting and managing databases in a production environment
Ten years of experience installing, configuring, and supporting Microsoft SQL Server in High Availability Group configurations
Ten years of experience with T-SQL and ability to write scripts, stored procedures, triggers, and views to automate maintenance functions
Ten years of experience troubleshooting and debugging database applications in test and production environments
Five years of experience planning and implementing security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure in accordance with industry's best practices and DISA STIGs
Three years of experience serving as a team leader working as both part of a team and independently to assign/review immediate tasks, set priorities, maintain task progress, validate team members' work consistent with the organizational goals and deadlines
Three years of experience mentoring junior personnel on proper practices and procedures
Experience developing database applications in classified environments
Experience migrating and adapting database applications for the Cloud
Experience with database integrations between systems and across networks
TS/SCI clearance with SBI and ability to attain SI, TK, G, HCS, and NATO Secret clearance
High School Diploma
DoD 8140.03 IAT Level II/Intermediate certification (i.e. Security+)
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MSCA) or SQL Server 2016 or SQL Database Administration Certification
Preferred
Experience AWS or other Cloud database application support
Experience applying Security STIGs
Experience deploying applications in different environments
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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