SQL Server Administrator II

INODE is a leading information technology (IT) professional services Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, business intelligence, and data science services for federal, state and local organizations. We are seeking for an experienced Database Administrator with a strong skillset in SQL server administration and database maintenance to join our team as a SQL Server Administrator II to support the USAF on an IT Support Services contract. A SQL Server Administrator II will perform day-to-day administration, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server databases. This is a salaried position, full-time, onsite at the Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex.

Job Requirements:

Must be a US Citizen

Must have an active US DoD Secret or higher clearance

Active IAT Level II or higher certification

Available to work onsite Monday-Friday standard day hours

Ensure data integrity, availability, and performance by managing backups, applying updates, and performing regular health checks

Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for MS SQL server issues

Provide technical support for end-users and resolve issues related to MS SQL Server operations

Develop and enforce best practices for MS SQL usage

Conduct diagnostics, troubleshoot database problems, and optimize query performance to maintain efficient and reliable database environments.

Continuously seek opportunities to optimize system performance and reliability

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED

7+ years of experience in systems administration

5+ years of experience in MS SQL administration

At minimum one Active MS Certification (Azure Security Engineer Associate, Identity and Access Administrator Associate, or Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (Server Admin) required

Active CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification required

Experience with Active Directory, DNS and DHCP desired

High attention to detail

Superb documentation skills

Self-motivated to continuously grow skillset and stay at the forefront of technology evolution

DoD experience preferred

At INODE, we know that employees who are valued, involved, and both encouraged and supported to grow are what drives our success. As such, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

Monthly Office Support Stipend

Training and Tuition Plan

401K Safe Harbor IRA with 3% Employer Contribution and Profit-Sharing Options

Complimentary Financial Advisement

Healthcare - Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Benefits Advocate Access

11 Paid Holidays per Year

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Military, Bereavement, and Parental Leave

Fitness Membership Sponsorship

Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services

Employee Referral Program

Cash Bonus Incentives for Business Growth

++Final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, certifications and/or experience. Hiring at the maximum range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued compensation growth.++

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