Jr Database Administrator - DoD

INNOVIM Defense Services is seeking a Jr Database Administrator to join our team supporting the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program at the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). INNOVIM supports the development, implementation, sustainment, and operations of enclaves and systems that manage missile defense training, events, analysis, and operations.

Location: Huntsville, AL
Position Closes: 6/26/25
Relocation Assistance: NONE

The candidate will:

• Install, configure, operate, and maintain database systems across the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) enterprise network.
• Research and apply best business practices for the design and administration of databases.
• Support creation and maintenance of standard database policies, operating procedures and overall documentation.
• Implement database performance monitoring, fine tuning and optimize database systems.
• Support development and implementation of database backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Conduct database capacity and availability audits.
• Participate in IT and business projects to define database system requirements and recommend technology solutions.
• Research, benchmark, document and introduce new database technologies and features into application life cycle.
• Collaborate with the application developers, business owners and architects in design and implementations.

The successful candidate will:

• Quickly adapt to new situations.
• Willing to work late night maintenance windows to support patching.
• Have a strong commitment to a team environment.
• Have a willingness to learn new technologies.
• Be able to de-conflict requests/requirements.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  
  

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 2 years of related experience in designing and implementing database structures, automating DBA tasks or with data modeling and schema design.
• Must have a current DoD 8570 Level II Certification such as CompTIA Security+ CE or higher
• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Have experience with MS SQL Server 2019 or higher.
• Have experience with MS SQL Server cluster, MS SQL Server database performance tuning, MS SQL Server database monitoring.
• Have experience with MS SQL Server database backup/recovery.
• Have knowledge, and experience, with relational DBMS concepts, design, architecture, and operations.
• Have experience working with databases in Azure or AWS.

This position is expected to pay $75,000 - $103,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

IDS is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.