Database Administrator - Mid-Level

Overview

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In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Description of Task to be Performed:

AnaVation is seeking a Database Administrator - Mid-Level who will manage and optimize our customers database environment. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and backup/restore strategies. This role blends core DBA tasks with system administration in Windows Server. Youll help ensure reliability, scalability, and security across our platforms while partnering closely with development and infrastructure teams.

Daily duties include, but are not limited to:

Designs, implements, and maintains moderately complex databases.

Maintains database dictionaries and integration of systems through database design.

Administer and test computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems.

Monitor performance, analyze wait stats, tune queries, and manage indexes and statistics

Design, implement, and manage backup, recovery, and high availability/DR (e.g., AGs, log shipping)

Perform system administration tasks including patching, scripting, and server configuration

Automate routine operations using PowerShell or similar scripting tools

Collaborate with teams to support application releases and schema changes

Enforce database and system security with proper access controls, encryption, and auditing

Troubleshoot and resolve issues across production and non-production environments

Create and maintain clear documentation for procedures, configurations, and best practices

This position requires a Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

This position is on-site in Washington DC with no remote option.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years experience with a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

4+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA.

Experience with database administration.

Experience implementing data policies, procedures, standards.

Experience planning and development of an organization's enterprise data model.

Experience resolving data conflicts.

Experience managing data repositories.

Familiarity with backup tools, monitoring systems, and disaster recovery planning.

A current Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.

Can be on-site 5 days a week

Proficiency in PowerShell or other scripting languages

Knowledge of SSIS, SSRS, or SSAS

Experience using NiFi for ETL workflows

Familiarity with Linux environments

Exposure to DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines

Cloud experience

Experience migrating data between different database systems or versions, as well as integrating data from multiple sources into a unified database environment.

Benefits

Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents

100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents

100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance

100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents

401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting

Competitive Pay

Generous paid leave and holiday package

Tuition and training reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr