SQL Specialist - Mid-Level+ Database Administrator GPO DBA Technology, Automation, and Management, Inc. Norfolk, VA Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Project reporting Application Integration Systems integration Microsoft Access Database compliance measures Incident report management Database backup and recovery IT system monitoring Incident management software Data recovery Database security hardening Security policy Implementation (information security management) Server backup and recovery Operating system updates Mid-level Incident Escalation Database security management Server updates SQL Database server management Patch management Change management for system development Incident management operations support Customer support ticket management Contingency planning SharePoint Data backup Schedule creation Application Maintenance Database migration or upgrading Full Job Description

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Provide tier-2/tier-3 troubleshooting, configuration, and routine support for SQL Server environments under the guidance of and in collaboration with the Senior SQL DBA, directly supporting operations across all federal business units. Support SQL Server database solutions including backup/recovery operations, schema management, patching, upgrades, and application integration. Execute backup and restore operations, design backup schedules, validate restore integrity, and support disaster recovery testing and point-in-time recovery (PITR) procedures as directed by the Senior SQL DBA. Implement security baselines, encryption configurations, and auditing protocols in accordance with GPO IT Security policies and standards. Respond to Requests for Change (RFCs) and incident tickets via the Government's ticketing system, supporting request lifecycles from submission to closeout to minimize downtime and enhance service delivery. Resolve tickets according to operational SLAs, escalating complex issues to the Senior SQL DBA as appropriate. Assist with SQL Server database builds, upgrades, and application-integration efforts (including but not limited to SharePoint and legacy business systems). Support proactive capacity planning and system health monitoring, identifying trends and escalating anomalies. Provide database administration and maintenance across on-premises servers and cloud environments as required. Execute patching cycles, apply minor and major patches, and validate system stability post-deployment. Proactively address system errors and participate in after-hours activities as needed for business continuity. Contribute to clear, actionable weekly reports detailing support activities, accomplishments, and risk/issues. Collaborate within and across division teams and communicate effectively with both IT and non-technical stakeholders. Provide complementary team technology coverage for MariaDB, MS Access, and additional PostgreSQL/MySQL environments as part of the team's collective technology stack responsibilities.