Junior Database Administrator Security Clearance

Position: Junior Database Administrator with Security Clearance
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career-oriented, and customer-focused Junior Database Administrator to join our team in Doral, FL. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Assist in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, Postgre

SQL).

* Perform routine database administration tasks including backups, restores, patching, and upgrades. Support database performance monitoring and tuning efforts.

* Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolution under supervision of senior DBAs.

* Maintain database security, including user account management and access controls. Support disaster recovery planning and testing activities.

* Setting up and maintaining SQL Server Always On Availability Groups and/or Failover Cluster Instances.

* Develop and maintain documentation related to database configurations, processes, and procedures. Ensure compliance with DoD and organizational cybersecurity policies and STIG requirements.

* Collaborate with system administrators, developers, and cybersecurity teams to ensure database systems meet performance and security requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

* BA/BS in field necessary to assume Junior Database Administrator duties

* High School Diploma and 4 years of additional experience or Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience may be exchanged in lieu of a required Bachelor's degree

* A candidate holding a relevant Master's degree may be granted 2 years' experience credit for that extra education. A candidate holding a relevant PhD degree may be granted 4 years' experience credit for that extra education.

* 6+ months experience of performing work related to database administration.

* Certification requirement:
Security+ and Azure Admin Cert (AZ-104)

* Basic knowledge of database concepts including indexing, normalization, backup/recovery, and performance tuning.

* Experience with SQL scripting and query optimization.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience supporting DoD environments.

* Familiarity with database STIG implementation and compliance.

* Experience with cloud-based database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL).

* Knowledge of automation or scripting languages (e.g., Power Shell, Python, Bash). Clearance Requirements:
* Must have an active Secret clearance.

* U.S. citizenship is required.

Physical Requirements:

* Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

* Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.

* May occasionally move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.