Vangarde is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or dis-ability status.
Description: We are currently seeking an individual with a strong background in Database Administration to support web and desktop applications for a large enterprise. This position involves:
Implementing and maintaining scheduled jobs to ensure optimal performance and integrity of the database systems
Adhering to established Configuration Management processes and procedures for system change management
Upgrading Microsoft SQL Server instances to latest versions
Patching Microsoft SQL Server instances
Managing database security
Controlling access permissions and privileges
Setting up and administering enterprise scale Windows servers
Optimizing Windows applications
Developing and maintaining Continuity of Operations documents and materials
Building new server instances
Promoting applications and data from development, to test, to production environments
Monitoring and tuning database performance
Working with Software Developers to ensure SQL queries run efficiently
Providing technical consultation to Program Managers, Software Developers, Air Force Management, and other customers
Performing trend analysis on system performance
Recommending configuration changes
Participating in planning activities to schedule system upgrades
Applying Security Template Implementation Guides (STIGs) as appropriate
Required Experience and Skills:
CompTIA Security+ Certification
Extensive experience with Microsoft SQL Server
5+ years of experience administering Microsoft Server operating systems
Strong experience in developing, maintaining and deploying complex SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) packages
Experience with Storage Area Network (SAN) architectures
Experience with VM Ware and other virtual environments
Understanding of SQL Server replication, clustering, and mirroring
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Must have an active Secret security clearance
Preferred Experience and Skills:
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Familiarity with the U.S. Air Force Configurations for Windows
Experience working with the U.S. Air Force as a civilian, contractor, or service member