Job Description

Overview

The SQL Database Engineer generally specializes in SQL Server administration Tier II & III troubleshooting of Enterprise assets in a highly virtualized environment. The SQL Database Engineer manages SQL Server instances and databases on both physical and virtual servers, that are established as Stand- Alone instances, Failover Cluster Instances (FCI), and AlwaysOn Availability Groups (AG).

You must satisfy all host country requirements to legally work in the host country in order to be qualified for this position.

Responsibilities

+ Provides capacity planning and continued database maintenance and support following industry standard best practices. Monitors, tunes and analyzes database operations for all Production, Test and Development environments.

+ Uses available system performance monitoring counters, tools, and logs, as well as scripts such as T-SQL and PowerShell, to maintain and optimize SQL Server machines, instances, and databases.

+ Monitors and creates scheduled jobs for proactively monitoring the performance of all SQL Server servers and instances.

+ Administers SQL Server machines, instances and databases, and hardens them in accordance with Department of Defense Information Security Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG).

+ Documents performance standards and work performed.

+ Provides necessary recommendations on potential system enhancements for, speed, security, scalability, integrity, and availability. Other additional duties may be assigned.

+ Ability to troubleshoot servers and infrastructure equipment

+ Ability to assess networking requirements and provide solutions

+ Ability to make accurate and independent decisions under pressure

+ Experience with a customer service oriented company

+ Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment

+ Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously

Qualifications

+ Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience preferably in Computer Science or MIS, IS, Engineering or related field. One-year related experience can be substituted for one year of education if the degree is required. One year of related academic study above the high school level may be substituted for one year of experience up to a maximum of a 4-year Bachelors Degree in a Software Engineering or Business Information Systems discipline for three years general experience.

+ Experience:

+ At least five years of practical experience working with various Microsoft SQL Server platforms, with a majority of experience working with SQL Server 2012 and higher. A solid understanding of virtualized, clustered, SQL server environments is preferred. Working knowledge of basic LAN network ports, protocols, and services, in relation to SQL Server machines, is required. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills are required.

+ Certifications:

+ This position requires DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III certification and corresponding Computing Environment certification. Must have at least one of the following security certifications: CASP, CISA, GCIH, GSE, or CISSP. Also must be certified with the following CE (computing environment) certification: MCSE 2012/2014 Data Management and Analytics.

+ IAT Level:

+ IAT III

+ Baseline:

+ . Cisco: CCNP: Certified Network Professional - Security (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier). CompTIA: CASP+ ce: Advanced Security Practitioner. GIAC: GCED: Certified Enterprise Defender. GIAC: GCIH: Certified Incident Handler . ISACA: CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor. ISC2: CISSP (or Associate): Certified Information Systems Security Professional

+ CE:

+ . Microsoft: MCSA: SQL Server 2012. Microsoft: MCSA: SQL Server 2014 . Microsoft: MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Administration. Microsoft: MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Development. Microsoft: MCSE: Data Management and Analytics

+ Microsoft: 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert. Microsoft: Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate. Microsoft: Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate. Microsoft: Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert. Microsoft: MCSA: SQL 2016 Database BI Development. Microsoft: MCSE: Core Infrastructure. Microsoft: MCSE: Productivity Solutions Expert

+ + Working Environment

+ Candidate must be able to lift, push and pull up to 40 lbs. The work environment will be 95% indoor and 5% outdoor. The outdoor work environment may exceed temperatures 100º F. Candidate must be able to withstand extreme heat physically.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.