Systems Engineer (Microsoft) - DLA Enterprise DBA

Job Summary

B&A is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Enterprise Database Infrastructure Services in Dayton, Ohio. This position is anticipated to be awarded in January 2027, with a start date in February 2027 and a period of performance of one base year plus two option years.

Responsibilities

• Effective provisioning, operation, installation/configuration, and maintenance of systems hardware, software, and related infrastructure.
• Provide technical support, guidance, and hands‑on delivery in the planning, implementation, and ongoing operation of databases.
• Participate in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure.
• Ensure that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, and related procedures adhere to organizational values and regulatory requirements.
• Document specifications, project plans, configurations, test plans, and results.
• Depict complex ideas, issues, and designs to varied audiences; communicate project objectives, scope, and status to project teams.

Education and Experience

• Five (5) years of overall professional experience in the engineering field.
• At least five (5) years of experience working with DLA IT systems.
• Experience serving in the following roles/functions:
  • Database Architect
  • Replication Expert
  • Database Encryption Expert
  • LDAP/Certificate Authentication Expert
  • Disaster Recovery/COOP Expert
  • Database Security Expert
  • High Availability Expert
• Expert knowledge and practical experience within DoD IT database management technology stacks, including planning and implementing database and/or application server implementations.
• Demonstrated experience planning, implementing, and negotiating large‑sized technology projects supporting business initiatives.
• Experience initiating, planning, mentoring, executing, controlling, and delivering working projects.

Required Certifications

• Current DoD‑approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAT Level II.
• Current Microsoft SQL Server certification or higher.

Security Clearance

Active Secret, adjudicated within the last five (5) years.

Benefits and Programs

• Three robust individual and family medical plans, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
• Two tiers of dental coverage and vision insurance.
• Life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
• Paid time off.
• B&A‑sponsored trainings and certifications.
• Pet insurance benefits.
• Commuter transit benefits.
• Free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).
• 401(k) plan with company matching contribution.
• The B&A Cares program – 30/60/90‑day wellness check‑ins, personal development, financial management, and stress‑management seminars.
• Formal mentorship program.
• Job shadowing and cross‑training opportunities.
• Brand Ambassador program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more.
• Monthly team‑building events.
• Annual wellness challenges (e.g., #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A).

Notable Clients

• Department of Homeland Security
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection
• U.S. Senate
• U.S. Courts
• U.S. Census Bureau
• U.S. Navy
• Other federal, state, local government agencies, private sector, and higher education institutions