Database Management Specialist (Active Secret Clearance) with Security Clearance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Database Management Specialist to support daily IT operations of the Department of War, Office of the Inspector General. You will be responsible for the administration, availability, security, performance, and modernization of enterprise database services across on-premises and Microsoft Azure environments. This position will work closely with the Database Engineer Lead, application teams, infrastructure engineers, cloud engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and solution architects to maintain reliable database services and support modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Enterprise Database Administration: Administer, monitor, and maintain enterprise databases across on-premises and Microsoft Azure environments, primarily focusing on Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure SQL VM. Manage additional RDBMS platforms as required, including MySQL; Oracle experience is beneficial but not required.
• Database Configuration, Maintenance, and Upgrades: Configure and maintain database instances, storage, access controls, connectivity, and high availability. Perform version upgrades, execute database lifecycle tasks, and ensure minimal downtime.
• Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain database-level and operating system-level security controls. Apply DoD STIGs, enforce least-privilege access, and ensure compliance with DoD 8500.01 and RMF requirements.
• Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Monitor database health, performance, and availability. Perform query tuning, index optimization, and troubleshoot performance issues.
• Key MySQL Responsibilities: Administer, configure, and maintain MySQL database servers. Perform upgrades, monitor performance, manage storage engines, and implement backup and recovery strategies.
• SQL Offline Assessments: Conduct SQL Server offline assessments, review configuration baselines, and prepare remediation plans.
• Data Management Support: Support database migrations, data validation, and modernization efforts.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts for automation of administration, monitoring, and compliance tasks.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work with various teams to troubleshoot issues and support modernization initiatives.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation, including configuration guides, operational procedures, and disaster-recovery plans.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in IT, computer science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience administering enterprise relational database platforms.
• Active IAT Level II certification or equivalent.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, Azure database technologies, and high-availability solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in U.S. Federal Government or Department of War environments.
• Experience migrating SQL Server workloads to Azure.
• Oracle Database administration experience.
• Familiarity with Azure migration tools.
• Experience with clustered or highly available SQL Server environments.
• Experience with enterprise applications and integrations.

Preferred Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300).
• Oracle Database Administration or Oracle Certified Professional certification.

Pay

$95,000 - $99,000

Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Suvi, an Akima company, is an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) supporting federal mission services. Our work benefits 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders in Alaska, contributing to the survival of a 10,000-year-old culture. We deliver innovative solutions to government customers, fostering a supportive and diverse work environment with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.