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PGTEK ยท 1 month ago

Database Administrator - Must have a current DOD Secret clearance

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$140K/yr - $170K/yr

PGTEK is a consulting organization focused on helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives. They are seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator to support enterprise-level database operations, focusing on designing, deploying, securing, and maintaining high-availability database systems.

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Growth OpportunitiesbadNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Design, configure, and maintain database environments using MySQL/MariaDB and/or Microsoft SQL Server
Implement database best practices for architecture, deployment, security, and lifecycle management
Develop and support high-availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions to ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance
Configure and manage MaxScale for load balancing, query routing, and HA implementations
Perform security hardening of database systems in alignment with DoD or industry standards
Establish and maintain audit logging and system log configurations to support compliance and operational visibility
Manage and validate database backup and recovery processes, ideally leveraging Cohesity or similar backup platforms
Collaborate with system and network administrators to ensure database infrastructure is properly integrated and optimized within the overall environment
Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues proactively to maintain service reliability
Document database configurations, maintenance procedures, and operational workflows

Qualification

MySQL/MariaDB administrationMS SQL Server administrationDatabase securityHigh availability solutionsBackupRecoveryInfrastructure administrationAudit loggingPerformance monitoringCohesity backup solutionsAutomation tools

Required

Active Secret Clearance (or higher)
U.S. citizenship (required for clearance validation)
Proven experience with MySQL/MariaDB and/or MS SQL Server administration
Hands-on expertise in database architecture, replication, backup, and restore procedures
Experience implementing and managing high availability database solutions
Strong understanding of database security, hardening, and compliance controls
Familiarity with audit logging, system logging, and performance monitoring tools
Solid foundational knowledge of infrastructure administration, including networking, storage, and virtualization concepts

Preferred

Experience supporting databases in secure or classified environments
Familiarity with DoD STIGs, RMF, or other security frameworks
Knowledge of automation tools (e.g., Ansible, PowerShell, or Python scripting for DB maintenance)

Benefits

Comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Vision plan
Dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term disability
Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered
Matching 401(k) plan
Discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees
Generous amount of PTO and Holidays
Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment

Company

PGTEK

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Our firm provides global IT infrastructure professional services to industry-leading OEM, infrastructure software, and significant private and public sector organizations.
dateFounded in 2002
location
Ashburn, Virginia, US
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://www.pgtek.com/careers

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Scott Podmilsak
CEO and Owner
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