[Hiring] SQL Server Database Administrator @Guidehouse

Role Description

Install, configure, upgrade, patch, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server environments (2005–2016) across Production, Test, and Development.

• Administer and support Oracle databases (10g, 11g, 12c, 19c) on Linux/Unix and Windows platforms.
• Proactively monitor database health, troubleshoot issues, and perform performance tuning to ensure availability, security, and optimal system performance.
• Analyze and resolve performance bottlenecks, including locking, blocking, deadlocks, index fragmentation, and slow-running queries.
• Perform T-SQL performance tuning, code reviews, and optimization; collaborate closely with application and development teams.
• Manage and test backup, restore, and Point-in-Time Recovery processes aligned with RTO and RPO requirements.
• Lead and support SQL Server upgrades and migrations from legacy versions.
• Administer TempDB configuration, database compression, and overall database optimization.
• Implement and enforce database security best practices, including user access, encryption, TDE, auditing, data masking, and compliance monitoring.
• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain SSIS/ETL solutions using SSDT/BIDS, SSIS, BCP, and Import/Export tools.
• Configure and maintain SQL Server Agent jobs, alerts, maintenance plans, and Database Mail.
• Support and administer SSRS environments as needed.
• Collaborate with data modelers and architects on logical and physical database design and implementation.
• Maintain accurate database documentation, including data standards, procedures, data dictionaries, and models.
• Utilize monitoring and ticketing tools to manage incidents, changes, and service requests in accordance with SLAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or additional four (4) years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum Four (4) years of experience with Database Administration.
• Strong hands-on experience as a Database Administrator supporting enterprise SQL Server environments.
• Proven expertise in T-SQL development and optimization, including stored procedures, indexes, UDFs, CTEs, triggers, and complex queries.
• Solid experience administering Oracle databases, including RMAN, Data Guard, RAC, ASM, and OEM.
• Demonstrated experience in database performance tuning using tools such as AWR, ADDM, Statspack, and SQL Server native utilities.
• In-depth knowledge of RDBMS concepts, data modeling, and database architecture.
• Strong experience with HA/DR architectures and business continuity planning.
• Hands-on experience with backup/recovery strategies, capacity planning, and disaster recovery testing.
• Experience applying service packs, cumulative updates, patches, and hotfixes.
• Familiarity with SDLC processes and working in Agile or traditional development environments.
• Experience using enterprise monitoring and management tools (e.g., Redgate, SolarWinds, Erwin, Toad).
• Experience working with ticketing systems such as Remedy or Jira.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Must be a US Citizen or a Green Card holder.
• No visa sponsorship available for this position.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

Requirements

• Experience with Azure SQL Database or cloud-based database platforms.
• Exposure to DevOps or CI/CD practices for database deployments.
• Experience supporting large-scale, mission-critical systems in regulated or highly available environments.
• Prior experience mentoring junior DBAs or leading database initiatives.
• Familiarity with data governance, compliance, and auditing standards.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle DBA) are a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus