Senior SQL Database Administrator
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Amentum
Alexandria, VA (In Person)
$192,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Purpose and Impact:
- INSCOM executes mission command of operational intelligence forces; conducts worldwide multidiscipline and all source intelligence operations; delivers advanced skills training, linguist support, specialized quick reaction capabilities, intelligence related logistics, and communications in support of Army, Joint, and Coalition command and the National Intelligence Community.
Work Schedule:
- Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day, Core hours: 0900-1500
Essential 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 .
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.Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
- + Open office work desk within a SCIF.
Other Responsibilities:
- Safety
- - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
- Quality
- - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction.
- Procedure Compliance
- - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.
- _As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment.
- Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- + 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.
Clearance Required:
- + TS/SCI clearance with SBI and ability to attain SI, TK, G, HCS, and NATO Secret clearance
Minimum Education:
- + High School Diploma
Minimum Years of Experience:
- + 10 years
Required Certifications:
- + 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 Qualifications:
- + Experience AWS or other Cloud database application support. + Experience applying Security STIGs. + Experience deploying applications in different environments. \#javelin
Compensation Details:
- $190,000 - $195,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued.
Benefits Overview:
- Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities.
Offerings include:
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance + Paid time off and holidays + Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) + Educational reimbursement + Parental leave + Employee stock purchase plan + Tax-saving options + Disability and life insurance + Pet insurance _Note:
Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits._Original Posting:
- 03/18/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting.
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