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TekSynap · 5 months ago

Database Team Lead

positionRadford, VA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. We are seeking a Database Team Lead to serve as the senior lead for all database administration and engineering activities in support of customer applications, ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and scalability of database systems.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the senior lead for all database administration and engineering activities in support of customer applications
Architect, install, and configure enterprise-level database environments, including Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL), PostgreSQL, MySQL, and cloud-based databases
Manage the full lifecycle of database systems—ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and scalability
Schedule and coordinate database deployments, upgrades, and new installations across development, testing, and production environments
Develop and enforce security standards for databases to ensure compliance with ALTESS and Army cybersecurity requirements
Perform Security Readiness Reviews (SRRs) and document results in Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
Create and maintain proactive database monitoring tools and dashboards to support operational excellence and early problem detection
Ensure all database environments are properly patched, backed up, and compliant with STIGs, IAVM, and other DoD cybersecurity mandates
Collaborate with stakeholders and development teams to troubleshoot issues and provide database solutions aligned with enterprise architecture
Recommend and implement enhancements to improve the efficiency, reliability, and security of all database platforms

Qualification

Database administrationDatabase architectureOracleMSSQLPostgreSQLMySQLCloud databasesPerformance tuningBackup/recoveryAccess controlCapacity planningPythonPowerShellCustomer interfaceTroubleshootingSolution designDoD STIGsIAVM

Required

Extensive experience in database administration and architecture
At least five (5) years of experience supporting Application Server architecture within a large enterprise environment
Proven expertise with enterprise database platforms including Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and cloud-hosted database solutions
Deep understanding of core database administration responsibilities, such as performance tuning, backup/recovery, access control, and capacity planning
Familiarity with scripting and automation using Python and PowerShell is a plus
Demonstrated ability to interface professionally with customers, including troubleshooting and solution design
Secret – IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive Clearance or Tier 3 (T3) investigation

Preferred

Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM), and related cybersecurity practices

Benefits

Health
Dental
Vision
401K
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability plans
Vacation time
Holidays

Company

TekSynap

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TekSynap is a well planned information management environment that offers to meet the business needs of Local Government customers.
dateFounded in 2008
location
Reston, Virginia, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.teksynap.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Kamran Jinnah
CEO
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Lucas Narel
Chief Financial Officer
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