Senior Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator at TekSynap

Suitland, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microsoft SQL Server, Database Administration, Performance Tuning, High Availability, Disaster Recovery, ETL, SSIS, SSRS, T-SQL, Database Design, Data Integrity, Security Administration, Virtualization, Communication, Troubleshooting, Mentorship

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Responsibilities & Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Eight (8) or more years of hands-on experience providing Microsoft SQL Server database administration and development support in enterprise environments. Experience must include SQL Server installation, configuration, maintenance, performance tuning, high availability, disaster recovery, replication, and ETL/reporting support in large-scale, multi-tiered production environments. MINIMUM EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field is required. Fifteen (15) years of applicable experience may be substituted for degree requirements. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess at least one Microsoft database certification, such as: – Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) – Data Management and Analytics – MCSE – Data Platform – MCSE – Business Intelligence ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AREAS PREFERRED: • Eight (8) or more years of experience in database administration, system analysis, design, development, and support of Microsoft SQL Server environments.• Seven (7) or more years of experience installing, configuring, and maintaining SQL Server in enterprise environments. • Five (5) or more years of experience as a SQL Server Developer with extensive expertise in SSIS and SSRS. • Extensive experience supporting high-availability and disaster recovery solutions. • Strong expertise with T-SQL, relational database design, and data integrity enforcement. • Experience supporting SQL Server security administration. • Experience supporting SQL Server environments in virtualized infrastructures. • Ability to work independently while coordinating across technical teams. • Strong oral and written communication skills. FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides senior-level administration and operational support for Microsoft SQL Server environments in production, development, and replication settings. Performs installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server (2008, 2012, 2014, 2016). Leads SQL Server upgrade and migration efforts, including migrations from SQL Server 2008 to 2012/2016. Designs, implements, and supports high-availability and disaster recovery solutions, including Failover Clustering, Database Mirroring, and Log Shipping. Configures and manages Active/Passive and Active/Active clustering environments. Implements and manages SQL Server replication models, including Snapshot, Merge, and Transactional Replication. Supports SQL Server environments operating in virtualized infrastructures, including VMware-based deployments. Performs advanced database performance tuning and optimization, including query optimization, indexing strategies, and execution plan analysis. Conducts database consistency checks and integrity validation using DBCC utilities. Develops and maintains database objects using T-SQL, including tables, views, triggers, functions, indexes, and relational database models. Manages SQL Server security, including authentication, authorization, roles, permissions, and access controls. Supports ETL, reporting, and analytics solutions using SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS. Troubleshoots complex SQL Server issues and performs root cause analysis and resolution. Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level SQL Server database administrators. Documents database configurations, standards, procedures, and operational activities in alignment with DCoE policies. The U.S. Census Bureau (USCB) is the nation’s leading source of high-quality data on the population and economy, supporting evidence-based decision-making across the Federal Government, industry, and the public. To sustain and modernize its data infrastructure, the Census Bureau is establishing an enterprise Database Center of Excellence (DCoE) to centralize and standardize database administration services across the organization. Census Bureau systems operate within a complex, heterogeneous IT ecosystem that includes multiple operating systems, database technologies, and deployment models. This position works collaboratively with program offices, infrastructure teams, and cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure consistent, secure, and reliable database services across the enterprise. Overview We are seeking a Senior Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator to provide advanced database administration, high-availability engineering, and performance optimization support for mission-critical Census Bureau systems. TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. Additional Job Information WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Location: Suitland, MD Type of environment: Office Noise level: Low Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. Amount of Travel: Less than 10% PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE U.S. Citizenship Clearance: Public Trust – Moderate Risk OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Responsibilities

The Senior Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator provides advanced database administration and operational support for Microsoft SQL Server environments. Responsibilities include installation, configuration, performance tuning, and implementing high-availability and disaster recovery solutions.