SQL Server Database Administrator

Spalding Consulting, Inc. is seeking a SQL Server Database Administrator in Patuxent River, MD.  Spalding Consulting, Inc. is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services.  Spalding Consulting offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: up to $170K annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Patuxent River, MD

Work Site: Onsite. Candidates are required to work onsite full-time at Patuxent River, MD.

Essential Functions:

• Install, configure, upgrade, patch, and administer SQL Server database software in a classified environment.
• Create/troubleshoot/manage databases, schemas, and user accounts/roles/permissions.
• Maintain database software in accordance with all applicable security requirements, i.e. DoD STIGs.
• Manage storage structures of the database.
• Manage schema objects such as tables, indexes, and views.
• Configure database backups in accordance with customer requirements.
• Perform database recoveries as required.
• Perform daily checks of databases, backups, exports, jobs, and storage, taking preventive or corrective actions as required.
• Monitoring and tuning database performance.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Database administration experience working with SQL Server 2019 and 2022 required.
• Experience with performance tuning and query optimization required.
• Experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and SQL Server Profiler required.
• Experience with database security management, data backup and recovery, SQL Server maintenance plans, and scripting (T-SQL, PowerShell) required.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required (must show proof of cert prior to interview).
• BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience.

Security Clearance:
Active/Interim Top Secret/SSBI clearance required.  Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education:
BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources