Database Administrator

Windows Server Administration

• Design, implement, administer, and maintain enterprise Windows Server environments.
• Manage Active Directory services, including Group Policy Objects (GPOs), DNS, DHCP, Federation Services, and certificate services.
• Configure, monitor, and maintain Windows Server operating systems, ensuring optimal system performance and availability.
• Administer Microsoft Windows Server environments across multiple security domains.
• Perform server installations, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management activities.
• Develop and maintain server hardening standards in accordance with federal cybersecurity requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced operating system, network, and application issues.
• Implement and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity solutions.

Database Administration

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server and other enterprise database platforms as required.
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to optimize system efficiency.
• Develop and execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans.
• Perform database security administration, including user access controls, permissions management, and auditing.
• Conduct database migrations, upgrades, and patch management activities.
• Monitor database health and proactively mitigate performance and availability risks.
• Ensure database environments comply with applicable security and governance requirements.

Infrastructure & Security Management

• Support enterprise virtualization environments utilizing VMware, Hyper-V, or similar technologies.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls consistent with NIST, DoD, DOE, and federal security requirements.
• Perform vulnerability remediation, security hardening, and compliance reporting activities.
• Manage system monitoring tools and perform root cause analysis on infrastructure events.
• Support incident response, forensic investigations, and system recovery efforts when necessary.
• Maintain secure system configurations and documentation for classified and sensitive environments.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as a senior technical advisor for infrastructure modernization and optimization initiatives.
• Lead system deployments, upgrades, migrations, and integration efforts.
• Develop architecture recommendations and strategic infrastructure roadmaps.
• Mentor junior administrators and provide technical guidance to project teams.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, networking, application, and engineering teams to ensure mission success.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and system diagrams.

• Ability to hold and maintain an active Top Secret (TS) clearance or DOE Q Clearance at time of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, with 10 years of progressively responsible experience in Windows Server administration and enterprise infrastructure support.
• Minimum of 5 years of database administration experience supporting enterprise-class environments.
• Expert-level knowledge of:
• Microsoft Windows Server
• Active Directory
• Group Policy
• DNS/DHCP
• Microsoft SQL Server
• PowerShell scripting
• Enterprise backup and recovery solutions
• Experience supporting secure government, defense, national security, or energy-sector environments.
• Experience implementing cybersecurity controls and security hardening practices.
• Strong understanding of virtualization technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex system, database, and infrastructure issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), or other federal agencies.
• Experience operating in classified computing environments.
• Experience with cloud technologies including Microsoft Azure Government or hybrid architectures.
• Knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SAN), enterprise storage platforms, and high-availability solutions.
• Experience with configuration management and automation tools.
• Familiarity with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and federal compliance frameworks.

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications are highly desirable:

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: SQL Server Certification
• CompTIA Security+
• CISSP
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• ITIL Foundation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced systems administration expertise
• Advanced database administration skills
• Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting capabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently within highly secure environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders