Database Administrator
Leonardo DRS
- Frederick, MD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- SQL Database Administrator for an Enterprise SQL Environment:
o Maintain business continuity disaster recovery solutions
o Manage SQL security
- Troubleshooting, problem analysis and resolution in a highly complex environment:
o Maintain enterprise data movement applications
- Support application development teams throughout project lifecycles
- Maintain timely and accurate helpdesk records using the ticket management system
- Plan and perform scheduled maintenance
- Support capacity planning and the development of long-term strategic goals for systems and services
- Design, install, monitor, maintain, and performance tune production databases while ensuring high levels of data availability
- Responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing database policies and procedures to ensure the integrity and availability of databases and their accompanying software
- Assist with the design, coding, and scheduling of scripts/jobs to update, maintain, or transfer databases and simplify data entry for users
- Investigate errors and assist in problem diagnosis and solution development
- Confer with colleagues on compatibility issues and upgrades
- Generate metrics, project status reports and operating status reports for management and team members
- Participate in the design and development of architectural layouts or enhancements to databases
- Review description of changes to database design to understand changes and impacts to data store physical characteristics
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations
- Protect and ensure confidentiality of information contained within managed systems
- Bachelor's degree in management information systems, information technology, computer sciences, a related field, or equivalent experience
- At least five (5) years of directly related experience in MS-SQL Server administration
- Security, SQL queries, views, and procedures
- Knowledge of data backups and recovery
- Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches when required
- Extensive knowledge of data warehouse strategies and maintenance
- Problem solving skills, ability to evaluate complex information and determine corrective action based on analysis
- Experience with third party tools
- Scripting
- Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery options
- Generating and maintaining documentation
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team-oriented environment
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits onlyLeonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #corpOur MissionTo build shareholder value through a commitment to high ethical standards and a superior performance culture focused on customers, employees, financial results and corporate citizenship.Our VisionTo be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.Our ValuesThe DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- InnovationWe strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.Leonardo DRS, Inc. is committed
to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We are committed to building a workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. At Leonardo DRS, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us a stronger Company. We embrace different points of view, respect one another in the workplace, and understand that an inclusive environment furthers creativity, innovation, and business performance.For additional information on Leonardo DRS, please visit our website at