Database Administrator

Overview

Database Administrator role at Link Solutions, Inc. in Durham, NC. The position involves managing and maintaining the organization's databases to ensure data integrity, security, and availability.

• Database installation, configuration, and upgrading.
• Routine maintenance such as backups, recovery, and patch management.
• Planning, designing, developing, and administering Microsoft database systems (SQL Server, Access), including base definition, structure, documentation, requirements, operational guidelines, and protection.
• Developing data models and planning architecture, functions, modules, recovery, standards, and implementation.
• Facilitating the automation of business processes by creating databases and database applications.
• Test designed applications and web data connections.
• Participating in most aspects/phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Administer SharePoint sites, including permissions, structure, and content.

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• MS Degree or BA/BS with two or more years of experience in Computer Science or Information Systems.
• Ten (10+) years of relevant IT database infrastructure experience.
• IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/ DoD 8140 (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP).
• Ability to analyze information needs and data relationships, data flow, storage requirements, and reporting capabilities.
• Proficient in MS SQL, Azure, Oracle, or equivalent.
• Extensive proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience creating and modifying documentation for technical processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of SQL Server performance tuning, backup, and recovery methods.
• Familiar with tools such as SQL Server Configuration Manager, Maria
  
  DB, Postgres, Azure Data Studio, SQL Server Agent, Database Tuning Advisor.

• Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
• Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, and self-starting abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, company-paid disability, life insurance, referral bonuses, relocation incentive program, certification reimbursement, retirement, and more. Link Solutions, Inc. is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting