Senior Database Administrator

Silver Spring, MD

Posted: 10/14/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: BM80852103

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Database AdministratorPayrate: $165kLocation: Onsite in Silver Spring, MDJob Type: Ongoing Contract  Job Responsibilities:
  • Database Mastery: Install and configure various DBMS (MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL) with best practices for optimal performance.
  • Performance Optimization: Analyze and enhance database efficiency, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and implement robust backup and recovery strategies.
  • Security Champion: Safeguard sensitive data by establishing stringent security measures and compliance protocols.
  • Future-Proofing: Design high availability and scalable solutions to meet growing demands while anticipating future resource needs.
  • Insight Provider: Collaborate with stakeholders to design BI solutions, extracting meaningful insights through dashboards and reports.
  • Legacy Revamp: Evaluate and normalize legacy databases to enhance organization and integrity.

Job Requirements:
  • Education: Master’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
  • Government Clearance: Must be a US Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain public trust clearance. 
  • Certifications: Must have major database (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft, MySQL) and BI tool certifications (e.g., Tableau, Microsoft Data Analyst).
  • Experience: 5-7 years in database administration, including hands-on optimization and legacy database migration. Proficient in cloud-based DB services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Technical Skills: Expertise in multiple DBMS, database design, ETL processes, and data security principles.
  • Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and project management abilities with a passion for continuous learning.


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