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SQL Database Administrator

StratasCorp
life insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Florida, Pensacola
Aug 16, 2025
At StratasCorp, our mission strives to put employees first while still being recognized as a leader in the Department of Defense Information Technology sector. We believe in a continuing pursuit of customer satisfaction and operational excellence while exceling in service innovation. We are looking for employees who value corporate culture, leadership, diversity, and commitment to quality, because we are #TeamStratas. Location Pensacola, FL - Pensacola, FL 32501 US (Primary) Category Information Technology Job Description Our team in Pensacola, FL has an immediate need for a SQL Database Administrator. Primary responsibilities include: * Review of server and database logs to identify and address issues or anomalies * Schedule and perform regular backups, validate restore procedures, ensure data recoverability, and manage backup storage * Manage user access, enforce security policies, and conduct regular audits of user permissions to maintain a secure database environment * Perform tuning and optimization queries, indexes, and server configurations to resolve performance issues. Ensure all database parameters are maintained for efficiency * Collaborate with MNOC Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to implement schema changes as the networks evolves with technology upgrades and refreshes, and help plan for necessary hardware upgrades to accommodate future needs * Maintain Disaster Recovery high availability through clustering, and plan and test disaster recovery procedures to minimize downtime * Manage SQL Server patches and updates to ensure systems remain secure and up-to-date * Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve database-related issues as reported by users or monitoring tools, and often collaborate with support teams * Maintain up-to-date documentation for database configurations, procedures, and processes * Maintain currency with emerging SQL Server features and best practices, and share expertise with other MNOC team members * Work closely with Windows System Administrators, and other MNOC SMEs to ensure database architecture and performance align with organizational mission objectives * Perform security auditing and ensure compliance with security policies, and implement necessary changes to meet compliance standards Job Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience in the design, installation, configuration, administration, and support of SQL Server databases (2019/2014) in a high-availability production environment Experience and understanding of SQL Server clustering, Availability Group, partitioning and mirroring Experience managing and testing backup and recovery plans, ensuring that storage, archiving, backup and recovery procedures are functioning correctly Advanced knowledge of ETL tools and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation, data transformation, and efficient data access and querying across diverse data sources *IAT Level 2 Required. Microsoft SQL Server or other relevant SQL/database certifications (IAWF DoD 8570.01M) Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) (preferred but not required) Security Clearance Top Secret Job Type Full-time StratasCorp provides a complete compensation package with competitive wages and benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA & HSA accounts, disability and other income protection benefits, life insurance, paid personal time-off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401K Saving Plan with a company matching contribution. StratasCorp is committed to equal opportunity in employment, actively seeking to build a diverse and talented workforce, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.