Spalding Consulting, Inc. is seeking a SQL Server Database Administrator in Patuxent River, MD. Spalding Consulting, Inc. is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services. Spalding Consulting offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time
Work Location: Patuxent River, MD

Work Site: Onsite. Candidates are required to work onsite full-time at Patuxent River, MD.

Essential Functions:

• Install, configure, upgrade, patch, and administer SQL Server database software in a classified environment.
• Create/troubleshoot/manage databases, schemas, and user accounts/roles/permissions.
• Maintain database software in accordance with all applicable security requirements, i.e. DoD STIGs.
• Manage storage structures of the database.
• Manage schema objects such as tables, indexes, and views.
• Configure database backups in accordance with customer requirements.
• Perform database recoveries as required.
• Perform daily checks of databases, backups, exports, jobs, and storage, taking preventive or corrective actions as required.
• Monitoring and tuning database performance.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications and Experience:

Required:

• Database administration experience working with SQL Server 2019 and 2022 required.
• Experience with performance tuning and query optimization required.
• Experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and SQL Server Profiler required.
• Experience with database security management, data backup and recovery, SQL Server maintenance plans, and scripting (T-SQL, PowerShell) required.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required (must show proof of cert prior to interview).

Security Clearance:
Active/Interim Top Secret/SSBI clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education:
BS/BA degree and 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience.

Spalding Consulting, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, military status, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local laws. Spalding Consulting, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages minorities, women, disabled, and veterans to apply for job openings within our company.