Database Administrator-SQL

Salary: Database Administrator Location:Virtual Other Consideration:Permanent Residents or U.S. Citizenship (Required) SUMMARY: A Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, high-performance database systems that support business operations. Ensure data integrity, availability, and scalability while managing backups, recovery, user access, and system optimization. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to understand data requirements and develop solutions. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Design, install, configure, and maintain database systems • Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies for optimization • Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with internal and external standards • Perform regular backups and recovery procedures to safeguard data • Manage user access, roles, and permissions • Collaborate with developers and IT teams to support application integration • Document database configurations, procedures, and policies. SUCCESS FACTORS • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to lead and motivate a remote team • Excellent time management and organizational skills • Adaptability and openness to new ideas • Proven experience as a DBA or in a similar role • Commitment to professional growth and learning EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a database administrator. • Strong knowledge of database structures, theories, principles, and practices. • Familiarity with backup and recovery tools, performance tuning, and monitoring utilities • Understanding of data privacy and protection regulations Transitioning military and/or Veterans with IT/IS, finance, and/or healthcare systems specialties are invited to apply. Sprezzatura is an equal opportunity employer and offers benefits including healthcare and paid vacation time. WORK AUTHORIZATION This role requires you to live within the United States. Evidence of work authorization upon employment isrequiredin compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment. AAP/EEO STATEMENT Sprezzatura expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability ofSprezzatura semployees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT This position may require Public Trust clearance. Candidates must undergo a background investigation, including a review of employment history, education, criminal record, and financial history. The clearance process ensures that the candidate is reliable, trustworthy, and of good conduct and character. Employment offers are contingent upon successful passing a public trust clearance process. COMPANY DESCRIPTION Sprezzatura (www.sprezzmc.com) is a Washington, DC-area Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that enables client success by supplying insight and leadership at the intersection of people, processes, and technology. Apply tot his job