Database Administrator

Overview

SOS International LLC (SOSi) team is growing in Europe, and we are looking for a talented and dedicated Database Administrator to support an IT program based in Wiesbaden, Germany. SOSi is a family-owned government contractor with a long history of providing technical solutions to customers performing challenging missions.

Essential Job Duties

• Implementation and maintenance of Microsoft SQL based systems and tools.
• Will monitor and optimize the performance of the production SQL server databases.
• Responsible for database security, integrity, reliability, high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
• Identify and troubleshoot database issues and the ability to analyze, design, build, test and implement solutions. Implement and troubleshoot triggers, views, stored procedures and data integrity constraints.
• Maintain compliance with policies and procedures including DoD STIG requirements.
• Create database views, design/create databases, creation scripts, database foreign keys and indexes.
• Troubleshoot database performance using SQL Profiler.
• Migrate data from one database to another using SQL import tools, Excel, Access, or by writing stored procedures.
• Troubleshoot application errors by examining data, tables, stored procedures, functions and queries; troubleshoot connection errors and report errors.
• Grant database permissions.
• Identification and collection of data sets.
• Educating management and peers about SQL related issues.
• Serve as a technical representative for internal and external coordination of the day-to-day operations.
• Advises on situations that may require additional support or escalation.

Minimum Requirements

• Active DOD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree in an IT related field.
• 8+ years of technical experience in the following areas:
• SQL Server (2016 preferred)
• Microsoft Server (2016 preferred)
• Microsoft DHCP/DNS Server
• Active Directory
• PowerShell scripting
• VDI Environments
• IAT II Information Assurance Certification II such as Security+ or equivalent is required.
• At least 3 years of sequel server database development experience.
• Expert understanding of Structured Query Language (SQL) and Transact-SQL (T-SQL).
• Experience with VMware products and other virtualization technologies
• Demonstrated aptitude for analytical thinking, problem solving, and working multiple tasks concurrently.
• Must be approved by the USG and qualify as a Technical Expert under the U.S. SOFA in Germany.

Preferred Qualifications

• MCSA: SQL Server Administration
• At least 1 year of SharePoint administrative experience.

Work Environment

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• 8-hour shift between hours of operation, 40 hours per week.
• Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Occasional need to support after hours and weekends as required by mission specific requirements.

Commitment to Diversity

SOSi does not discriminate against job applicants or employees on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to age, race, color, religion, national origin, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable U.S. federal, state, and local laws.