DATABASE SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR - AFINC WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

Database Systems Administrator Full Time Montgomery, AL Secret clearance **This position is contingent upon contract award** Overview: Semper Valens is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Database Systems Administrator to support the AFINC III contract with the 26th Network Operations Squadron (26NOS). We are seeking an individual for information system administration with a strong cybersecurity knowledge. Responsibilities: * Work within data center operations supporting Windows servers, desktops, Linux systems and various application patching, software version updates, network and security configurations * Administer SQL (Structured Query Language) database instances or PostgreSQL to manage and interact with hosted software applications such as SharePoint sites, NetQoS, Cacti, SolarWinds, etc. * Assist with database administration including design layout, installation, configurations, upgrades, consolidation, monitoring, tuning, and maintenance * Conduct database backups and recovery processes * Use and maintain SQL Server environment technical documentation and system security plans * Interact with Microsoft SQL database stored products, and desktop applications * Provision, install, and configure certificate management and maintenance of high availability production and disaster recovery (DR) sites * Assist with database implementation, security, privileges and regular maintenance tasks * Execute or improve scripts to automate periodic database management operations * Utilize Windows automation processes with PowerShell to improve or enhance day-to-day operations to create team efficiencies & reduce manual processes * Provide a periodic report of system status to include uptime, incident problems or open issues * Respond to system faults, analyzing and correcting applications or errors to reestablish service * Aid in identifying technical environment issues and recommend solutions to m itigate problems * Perform administrative work using and installing new and existing physical or web-based database application systems in a smart card Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) environment * Pro-actively monitor and evaluate performance issues and requests for local and remote data centers * Perform systems analysis, data administration, security, compliance and maintenance * Audit, re-mediate, and maintain DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) checklist documentation on supported systems utilizing technical procedures, best practices, hardening guidance, vendor manuals, user guides and runbooks. * Evaluate audit scan report data from ACAS Tenable.SC or Tenable Nessus Scanners; participate in the review and response phases of the Vulnerability Management (VM) life cycle * Develop and/or implement technical solutions based on defined mission scope and using approved software tools such as PuTTY, SecureCRT, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), NotePad++, etc. * Ensures networks receive periodic updates from AFCYBER-released software, patches, firmware, and upgrades via Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO), Time Compliance Network Orders (TCNO), Maintenance Tasking Order (MTO) and Notices to Airman (NOTAMs) * Assist AF Cyber personnel with Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) programs, cybersecurity toolsets, and Operation Order (OPORD)/Fragmentary Order (FRAGO) support Qualifications/Requirements: * Experience within DoD environment or enterprise data center desired * Experience with supporting database servers preferably VMware infrastructure, and/or backups * Prefer a minimum of 2+ years of experience with database technologies * Prefer a minimum of 1-3 years of experience with Windows server environment * Knowledge of network protocols and technologies: 802.1x, AAA, DHCP, DNS, ICMP, LDAPS, NetFlow, Polling, SCP, SMTP, SNMP, Syslog, TCP/IP, TLS, VLANs, WinRM, WMI * Exposure to cluster management, high availability methodologies, load balancing traffic management technologies; virtualized environments such as VMware vSphere's vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA), ESXi hosts, virtual machines (VMs), VMTools, Horizon View, and/or VM/Host distributed resource schedules (DRS) groups/rules * Familiarity with networking security, desktops/laptops, middleware, client/server software * Ability to utilize Office products (Word Excel, OneNote, Teams, OneDrive, PowerPoint, etc), server operating systems, virtualization, managing data, applications, websites, APIs, or database supporting a multi-site, multi-domain Windows forest * Aptitude for supporting provisional installation, configuration, operation and maintenance of server systems hardware (Dell PowerEdge, HPe ProLiant, etc.), and utilize related infrastructure devices such as KVMs, out-of-band management (OOBM) tools like integrated lights-out (ILO), iLO Amplifier, integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) or Open Managed Enterprise (OME) appliances * Experience with testing new software technologies in environment with 3rd?party monitoring tools to track overall health and availability of apps: Splunk Enterprise, SolarWinds Orion platform, McAfee Endpoint Security Systems (ESS), Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), WSUS, ForeScout, NAGIOS, Veritas NetBackup, etc. * Self-motivated reliable self-starter, able to work autonomously and as part of a team, sharing knowledge to help others in a fast-paced cyber environment * Experience maintaining, overseeing and troubleshooting computers and related peripheral equipment performing preventative maintenance in accordance with department policies * Ability to move, lift, rack and provision government furnished equipment (GFE) Education/Certification(s): * Technical degree, Associates or, bachelor's degree in computer science/information systems, Science/Engineering/Math, or 2- years' relevant experience in Information Technology preferably within system or application administration is acceptable. Requires one of the following DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certifications to begin on contract: * CompTIA Security+ CE (Continuing Education) * CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CE (Continuing Education) * (ISC)² Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) * GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) * GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) * (ISC)² Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)? Requires one of the following Computing Environment/Operating System (CE/OS) certifications to begin on contract: Junior: * Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate * Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals * or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate Mid: * Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate * or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate Clearance:? * Active DoD?Secret?required or ability to complete investigation process for interim with potential to upgrade to Top Secret clearance preferred. About Semper Valens Solutions: Semper Valens Solutions, Inc. (SVS) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Cost Effective Software and Systems Engineering, Field Support, Training and Full Life cycle Support Management to the DOD and VA community. At Semper Valens, our vision is to remain a creative, cutting edge and cost-effective solutions provider where our shared intellect, industry experience, and technology excellence, make a positive difference in our customer's success. Our solutions help bridge the gap between IT and business prioritizations to optimize budgets, risks, and operational processes. We search for outstanding technical professionals, hiring at all levels of the experience spectrum; intermediate, journeyman and senior. Consider us for your career plan. Semper Valens Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer Semper Valens Solutions proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. 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