Database Administrator

Database Administrator - JBSA Randolph, TX

AVATAR Computing is a “Mission First” company with a passion for supporting complex technical requirements for the government and its industry partners. Military service runs deep in our veins, with three generations of Air Force in our family. For over 15 years, AVATAR Computing has developed unique solutions for the government’s most complicated problems. AVATAR combines creative out of the box thinking with agile management that maximizes productivity. This approach is set against the background of working in government systems for many years to create a new vision of how to solve problems and put our government projects into a position to succeed for the future.

We are looking for talented people who are enthusiastic about applying technology to deliver innovative outcomes with “fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service.” Our belief is that our people are the key to success. By encouraging and enabling continued learning, our team members grow to achieve their personal career goals. We are looking for:

• Smart people with a passion for technology
• Ability to solve challenging business problems
• Self-directed professionals
• Hunger to continually learn and grow

Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for the uptime of the databases applicable to the domain
• Responsible for the performance of server instances and the safety (backups) of the data in the database
• Provide the required support for installing new DBMS versions and applying maintenance fixes and patches
• Set and tune system parameters and other technical DBA responsibilities
• Work with developers to optimize code
• Develop, manage and test installations, upgrades, replication, backup and recovery of current databases
• Implement access control, monitor user access and performance of the database systems
• Provide database assistance as needed to the developers
• Make and test modifications to the database structure when needed
• Maintain the database and update permissions

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline
• Experience with working in a mixed OS environment of or not limited to Windows, UNIX, LINUX, etc.
• Three years of relevant experience
• Must have experience with Kubernetes, MSSQL, POSTGre Sql and MongoDB
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
• Sec + or other IAT Level II certification required
• Active Security clearance required

This job posting sets forth the authorities and responsibilities of this position, which may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. AVATAR Computing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, status as a veteran or disabled veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions, including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, returns from lay-off, terminations, and social and recreational programs on the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Our employees have diverse backgrounds, skills, and ideas that collectively contribute to a rich working environment and greater opportunity for innovation.