Database Administrator- Top Secret Clearance

Opportunity

Database Administrator will support project teams by managing and maintaining databases and infrastructure across Azure environments, ensuring reliable performance and security. They will assist with Azure data storage, analytics, and SQL database administration, while also providing user and developer support. Through active collaboration and technical guidance, the Database Administrator will help deliver project goals efficiently and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Manage SQL Server and Azure databases to ensure security, performance, and FedRAMP compliance

Handle data migrations, refreshes, and ETL workflows using Azure Data Lakes and Synapse

Optimize database performance and manage secure access via Smartcard/Kerberos

Maintain backups, disaster recovery, and resource monitoring across environments.

Support users and teams by clearly communicating technical topics and delivering on project goals

Qualifications

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 6+ years of experience

OR, Master’s degree with 4+ years of experience

Experience with SQL Server administration and Azure cloud data services, including Azure Storage, Data Lakes, and Synapse

Proficiency in data migrations, ETL processes, and database performance tuning.

Knowledge of security and compliance standards, such as FedRAMP/FedRAMP+, and experience with Smartcard/Kerberos authentication

Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to users and team members.

Active Top Secret or Q security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience architecting, automating, deploying, monitoring, and maintaining cloud-based solutions like Microsoft Azure or Kubernetes

Experience deploying and maintaining infrastructure via IaC

Experience and ability to utilize DevSecOps methodology and tools

Experience using automation tools and techniques to deploy and manage infrastructure. consistently across multiple environments

Experience with cloud networking, governance, and security

Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely about technical topics

Experience with scripting languages including bash and PowerShell

Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions

Experience applying guidance in DISA STIGs and/or NIST SP 800-53 to cloud-based infrastructure and applications

Cloud certifications from Microsoft, CompTIA, or equivalent

Experience deploying Azure AI Services, Azure Machine Learning, and/or Azure Synapse

Salary range: 90-150k

About IMG

Founded in 1987, IMG is a leading small business that exemplifies competence, integrity and follow-through. We consistently provide customer focused professional services, which ensures our company is recognized for continually exceeding expectations. We believe that at the core of our success stand our people. Our people have provided professional services in the Information Technology field for our customers with a commitment to customer satisfaction for over 35 years.

IMG Benefits:

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short term and long term disability insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Personal leave plus paid federal holidays

Professional development and training assistance

IMG is an equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.