Senior Database Administrator

ACES is the recognized DoD365 solutions expert by DoD CIO and Microsoft. ACES built the case for the DoD CIO to transition the department to DoD365 and when the USAF Headquarters volunteered to be the first in DoD to transition to DoD365, ACES was their sole-source choice to architect their DoD365 environment and transition them into it. ACES has developed many of the DoD365 best practices and has consistently architected and implemented DoD-wide enterprise solutions using the DoD365 environment. ACES has been contracted by DoD CIO since the inception of the company and has recently architected and maintains some of the most important DoD-wide enterprise data repositories that track modernization for Command, Control, and Communications (C3), Tactical Communications, SATCOM, Public Safety Communications, and more.

Secret Clearance | Active IAT-II Certification | Bachelor's Degree | 10 Yrs Experience |

ACES is seeking a Senior Database Administrator responsible for managing, securing, and optimizing database environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate extensive expertise in database administration, capacity planning, performance tuning, disaster recovery planning, and maintaining robust security measures to safeguard sensitive information. Collaboration with IT professionals and support for end-users are critical components of this role.

· Create and manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls for database systems.

· Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues, providing timely support to users.

· Develop and implement disaster recovery plans to minimize downtime in case of failures.

· Perform regular capacity planning to ensure databases can handle growing data volumes.

· Conduct performance tuning activities to enhance overall system efficiency.

· Collaborate with other IT professionals to integrate databases with applications.

· Generate reports and analyze data to support business intelligence and decision-making.

· Ensure data consistency and accuracy through data validation and cleansing processes.

· Document database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.

· Stay abreast of security best practices and implement measures to safeguard data.

· Provide end-user support on database-related tools and applications.

· Certifications: Active IAT-II Certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC)

· Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or an equivalent technical degree from an accredited college or university, and ten (10) years’ relevant experience.

· Technical: Comprehensive experience in database administration, including creating user accounts, managing permissions, and implementing access controls.

· Skilled in troubleshooting, performance tuning, capacity planning, and disaster recovery.

· Proficient in generating business intelligence reports, data validation, and cleansing processes, and ensuring data integrity and security.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package!