Database Administrator

Koniag Government Services
Any Location, VA
Category Operations
Job Description
Tuknik Government Services, LLC is seeking a Database Administrator with a TS/SCI security clearance to lead the management, optimization, and security of enterprise database environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise across on‐premises and cloud database platforms, ensuring high availability, performance, and resilience.

Requirements

  • Manage and maintain database systems — Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance across on‐premises and cloud environments.
  • Lead performance tuning efforts — Identify bottlenecks, optimize queries, and implement corrective actions.
  • Design and support HA/DR strategies — Implement clustering, failover, replication, and backup/restore solutions.
  • Administer cloud database platforms — Support Azure SQL Database, Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, and hybrid deployments.
  • Implement database security — Manage encryption, access controls, auditing, and compliance standards.
  • Develop automation scripts — Use PowerShell, T‐SQL, or similar tools to streamline operations.
  • Design and manage ETL/ELT workflows — Support data integration, transformation, and movement across systems.
  • Configure and maintain SQL replication — Ensure data consistency and availability across distributed environments.
  • Collaborate with cross‐functional teams — Partner with development, infrastructure, and business teams to support data‐driven initiatives.
  • Provide technical leadership — Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to strategic database planning.

Benefits

  • health, dental and vision insurance
  • 401K with company matching
  • flexible spending accounts
  • paid holidays
  • three weeks paid time off
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