Mid-Tier Database Administrator

Enterprise Horizon Consulting Group is seeking a Mid-Tier Database Administrator (DBA) with an active Secret clearance and expertise in managing databases within a Windows environment to join our team. This role is fully remote. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in database administration, performance tuning, and maintenance, as well as experience working with SQL Server or other database management systems (DBMS) in a Windows-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Administration:
• Manage, monitor, and maintain SQL Server databases in a Windows environment.
• Perform regular database maintenance tasks such as backups, indexing, and data archiving to ensure system stability.
• Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related applications.
• Performance Tuning & Optimization:
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and apply performance tuning techniques to improve efficiency.
• Perform query optimization, indexing, and troubleshooting of slow-running queries.
• Analyze and resolve database-related issues in a timely manner.
• Security & Compliance:
• Implement and enforce database security policies, ensuring compliance with government and DoD security standards.
• Manage database access and permissions, ensuring the protection of sensitive data.
• Conduct regular security audits and apply patches and updates to address vulnerabilities.
• Backup & Recovery:
• Develop, test, and implement database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Perform disaster recovery planning and execution, including regular testing of recovery procedures.
• Database Design & Development Support:
• Collaborate with developers and system administrators to design and implement database solutions that meet business requirements.
• Provide input on database schema design, data modeling, and normalization best practices.
• Assist in the development and deployment of new database features or applications.
• Automation & Scripting:
• Automate routine database tasks using scripts (e.g., PowerShell, T-SQL) to streamline operations and minimize manual intervention.
• Develop monitoring scripts to track database health and automate alerts for potential issues.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance is required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 3+ years of experience as a DBA, specifically managing SQL Server databases in a Windows environment.
• Proficiency in database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of database security best practices and government security compliance.
• Experience with database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Familiarity with PowerShell, T-SQL, or other scripting languages for automation.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Microsoft SQL Server certifications (e.g., MCSA, MCSE).
• Experience with other DBMS such as Oracle or MySQL.
• Knowledge of cloud-based database platforms, such as Azure SQL or AWS RDS.
• Experience in a government or defense environment.

Benefits

We offer full-time salaried employees competitive salaries with a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, simple IRA with company match, federal holidays, vacation time, and sick leave. 

$500 Referral Bonus 

If this position is not a perfect fit for you, but you know someone who would be a great match, please refer them to us via our Candidate Referral Program by going to: www.enterprisehorizon.com/candidatereferrals. If we hire them, you could receive $500! See the link for further details. 

Enterprise Horizon Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. Enterprise Horizon Consulting Group does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.