Database Administrator
Location
United States
Posted
90 days ago
Salary
$92K - $138K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Database Administrator
Nakupuna Companies
• Administer, maintain, and optimize enterprise database environments supporting the RMI application • Install, configure, monitor, and upgrade database management systems to ensure high availability and optimal performance • Develop and implement database backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies • Monitor database health, troubleshoot performance issues, and perform tuning to maximize efficiency • Ensure database security by implementing access controls, encryption, auditing, and compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) security requirements • Collaborate with software developers, system administrators, and cybersecurity personnel to support application development, deployment, and maintenance • Design and implement database structures, indexes, stored procedures, and queries to support application functionality • Perform database migrations, patching, and upgrades while minimizing system downtime • Maintain database documentation, configuration standards, and operational procedures • Support testing, troubleshooting, and production releases throughout the software development lifecycle • Participate in system planning, architecture reviews, and continuous process improvement initiatives
Job Requirements
- 5-7 years of professional experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Experience with Amazon QuickSight is highly preferred
- Current credentials in relevant information technology and software development practices preferred
- Tier 3 Clearance and must be a U.S. Citizen
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- HSAs and FSAs
- a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
- paid time off and holidays
- life and disability insurance
- employee assistance programs
- tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
- military differential pay
- other voluntary benefit programs
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