SQL Database Administrator

 JOB TITLE: SQL Database Administrator 

GOVERNMENT AGENCY: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) 

POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Position 

LOCATION: FLETC HQ in Glynco, Georgia 

POSITION TIMING: Contingent on Award  

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Design, implement, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases (2012 and newer) to support enterprise applications and mission-critical systems.
• Manage database environments including installation, configuration, upgrades, and performance tuning.
• Develop, test, and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexes to ensure high performance and data integrity.
• Monitor database health, capacity, and performance using enterprise tools and best practices.
• Perform backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning to ensure data availability and continuity.
• Collaborate with application developers, system engineers, and network teams to support integrated solutions.
• Enforce database security and access controls in alignment with organizational and Government standards.
• Implement database maintenance plans, data migrations, and version upgrades with minimal downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents and performance bottlenecks.
• Maintain documentation of database architecture, configurations, and procedures for operational readiness and audit compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Analysis, or a related field; advanced degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, and maintaining databases in Microsoft SQL Server 2012 or newer.
• Proficiency in SQL scripting, database performance tuning, and optimization techniques.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, normalization, and indexing strategies.
• Experience with backup and recovery tools, clustering, replication, and high availability solutions.
• Familiarity with Windows Server environments, Active Directory integration, and PowerShell scripting.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities to support cross-functional collaboration.

DESIRED:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, System Analysis or related field PREFERRED 
• Certification in SQL Server or Oracle database administration.
• Experience with cloud database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL).
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation. 

CLEARANCE: All positions under this task order shall be considered at the High-Risk level, except for those that require access to classified national security information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Candidate must be able to function in general office environment.

ITC Federal and Creek Technologies are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any application for employment on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national origin, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, disability, or sex including pregnancy and childbirth or related medical condition or on any other basis prohibited by law.