Database Administrator 1 (3rd Shift Database Administrator)

Seeking an intermediate MSSQL Database Administrator for third-shift, full time, remote work (M-F, 11:30 PM EST ? 8:00 AM EST) working for Government CIO and the VA?s Network Operations Center (NOC), Remote Access and Solutions Integration (RASI) Team. Although the position is remote, candidate must be able to travel to the VA?s Network Operations Center (NOC) in Martinsburg, WV... occasionally.

Responsibilities/Duties:
? Install, configure, harden, patch, upgrade, and administer development, user acceptance, and production MSSQL 2016/2019/2022 SQL instances.
? Performance monitoring and tuning, troubleshooting, capacity planning, database backup and recovery, and query optimization/tuning.
? Configure and maintain SQL Agent jobs and SSIS packages.
? Create/maintain SQL logins, database users, and associated permissions.
? Create and modify stored procedures, triggers, and policies.
? Prepare Power Shell scripts to automate SQL administration tasks.
? Harden SQL instances per DISA/FISMA/Government Best Practices Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
? Implement Transparent Data Encryption and Secure Socket Layer Encryption within MSSQL.
? Create/Update SOPs and system documentation.
? Willingness to provide 24x7 on-call support one week out of every five weeks.

Required Skills:
? Bachelor's with 0 - 2 years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience
? Experience Installing, configuring, hardening, patching, upgrading, and administering MSSQL 2016/2019/2022 SQL instances.
? Experience with MSSQL backup and recovery, troubleshooting, performance monitoring/tuning, and administration.
? Experience writing and optimizing TSQL.
? Experience configuring Transparent Data Encryption within MSSQL.
? Experience with the installation, configuration, and administration of MSSQL Reporting Services.
? Experience creating, deploying, and debugging Integration Services packages.
? Experience hardening MSSQL, specifically interpreting and implementing DISA/FISMA/Government Best Practices Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
? Possess good communication and writing skills.
? Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
? Motivated, self-starter with a high degree of attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
? Database administration experience with SQL 2019 and 2022

Preferred Skills and Experience
? Experience with MSSQL Always on Availability Groups.

Clearance Required
? Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an ?at-will position? and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

USD $53,770.00 - USD $86,030.00 /Yr

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