Database Administrator II

This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client:The organization provides technology solutions, software products, and professional services to Federal Government customers. It plays a role in supporting government missions by emphasizing quality, collaboration, and employee development. About the Opportunity:The DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR II is responsible for maintaining the reliability, performance, security, and availability of databases that support mission-critical applications within a government-related context. This role ensures operational integrity of cloud-based databases and supports data protection, maintenance, and service improvements crucial to the organization's objectives. Responsibilities:Administer and monitor mission application databases and associated cloud services.Perform preventive, corrective, and perfective maintenance on databases.Troubleshoot database failures and application integration issues.Plan, test, and implement database patches, upgrades, and configuration changes.Support remediation of critical database vulnerabilities per security guidance.Maintain backups, recovery procedures, and data loss prevention.Manage database access and configurations with system owners and security personnel.Support data ingestion and address data integrity and protection issues.Monitor resource utilization and tune database performance.Maintain documentation including maintenance logs, configuration records, and security evidence.Coordinate change implementation, application deployment support, monitoring, and operational knowledge transfer. Requirements:Two to four years of experience in database administration, including support for applications or cloud-hosted services.Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, or equivalent experience.Experience with SQL, database configuration, performance tuning, access controls, backups, and recovery.Ability to troubleshoot application/database integration and support upgrades and patching.Knowledge of data ingestion, data integrity validation, information protection, and cloud database operations.Ability to maintain operational documentation and coordinate with technical teams.Preferred relevant database administration or cloud database certification.Ability to meet government background, system access, and sensitive information protection requirements. Pay Range and Compensation Package:The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and other relevant factors. Benefits & Perks:Paid vacationMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceMatching 401(k) planTuition and training reimbursementLong- and short-term disability coverage Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note:TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.