Since 2004, Altus has been committed to delivering superior quality, performance-based services and solutions.  Altus provides expert level multi-discipline Engineering and Technology support solutions to Commercial, Federal, State and Local government mission partners.  Altus is an ISO 9001:2015 certified small business contractor focused on providing mission-critical services and solutions in IT network management, operations and maintenance, cyber security, software and application testing, infrastructure engineering and integration, and telecommunications support.

Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
Company Size: 51-200 employees

ALTUS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Savvy Admin PROD

**Description**

At Altus Technology Solutions, we are seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator to support mission critical government operations under the XTRAWARRIOR program. This role supports secure, high availability database environments that are essential to national security missions.

If you thrive in high-impact environments and want to be part of a skilled team shaping critical projects, we’d love to have you on board!

In this role, you will be responsible for the administration, performance, security, and reliability of SQL based database systems operating within classified enterprise environments. This position works closely with system administrators, engineers, cybersecurity teams, and government stakeholders to ensure database systems remain stable, secure, and optimized. Primary Responsibilities

-  Install, configure, administer, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases in classified environments

-  Perform database monitoring, performance tuning, optimization, and capacity planning

-  Manage database backup, recovery, patching, upgrades, and disaster recovery processes

-  Implement and maintain database security controls including roles, permissions, auditing, and access management

-  Troubleshoot and resolve database related issues impacting system performance, availability, or data integrity

-  Support database deployments, migrations, schema updates, and system integrations

-  Collaborate with system administrators to ensure proper integration with Windows and UNIX operating systems

-  Support Tier 1 and Tier 2 troubleshooting for database driven applications and services

-  Maintain documentation, standard operating procedures, and recovery plans

-  Provide technical updates and recommendations to government and internal stakeholders

-  Optimize system operations to improve reliability, availability, and performance Qualifications

-  Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited institution

-  Five additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree

-  Ten years of experience supporting IT systems of similar scope, type, and complexity

-  Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise or mission environments

-  Experience supporting systems across multiple security classification levels

-  Strong understanding of database architecture, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security best practices

-  Ability to work independently in secure, operational environments

-  Active TS/SCI security clearance

Specialized Experience

-  Experience supporting SQL databases within classified or regulated environments

-  Experience integrating database systems with enterprise infrastructure and applications

-  Familiarity with Windows and UNIX operating systems in support of database hosted systems

-  Experience collaborating with cybersecurity and network teams to meet compliance requirements

If this sounds like something worth a conversation—even just to compare notes—shoot me a reply.

And if your career has taken you in a different direction, no worries at all… feel free to point me toward a strong DBA in your circle.

SQL DBA with Security Clearance

Talon Professional Services is an award-winning technology staffing and solutions company serving businesses nationwide. Our unparalleled client satisfaction ratings, including an NPS score that is consistently over 95%, are a result of our ability to provide the attentiveness of a local partner while delivering tech talent with the processes and precision of a global powerhouse. Founded in 2001, Talon has become a go-to IT talent partner to Fortune 500 and fast-growing businesses looking to engage skilled resources who can power digital transformation, build applications, modernize systems, and innovate with speed that has received the following accolades:

* ClearlyRated’s Internal Employee Satisfaction Award - '22 , '23
* ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Client Award -’16, ’17, ’18, ’19, ’20, ’21 , '22 , '23 , '24
* ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Talent Award - ’15, ’16, ’17, ’18, ’19, ’20, ’21, '22 , '23 , '24
* ClearlyRated's Best Staffing Firms for Women - '24
* Fortune and Great Place to Work® - Ranked #11 in country
* Inc. 500/5000: Fastest Growing Company in the U.S. - ’06, ’07, ’10, ’11, ’12, ’13, ’14
 * NJ BIZ: Best Places to Work NJ - ’15, ’16, ’17, ’18, ’19, ’20, ’21

Industry: Staffing and Recruiting
Company Size: 51-200 employees

Talon Professional Services

**Job Title: MySQL DBA **

**Workplace Type: Hybrid-4 Days Onsite (New York, NY) **

**Employment Type: Contract (12 months) **

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated MySQL Database Administrator to join their team on a 12-month contract. This role offers the opportunity to work on critical database infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability in a dynamic environment. As a key member of the team, you will manage MySQL databases, optimize queries, and implement best practices in a hybrid onsite setting, contributing to impactful projects that drive business success. If you’re passionate about database management and looking to make a tangible difference, this is your chance to elevate your career.

**Required Skills **

- Extensive experience with MySQL database management and administration

- Proven expertise in database schema design and migrations

- Proficiency in writing and fine-tuning SQL queries

- Strong familiarity with performance monitoring and optimization tools

- Hands-on Linux command-line skills for database and server management

- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot database performance issues

- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams and explain technical concepts clearly

**Nice to Have Skills **

- Experience with database backup and recovery strategies

- Knowledge of tools like MySQL Workbench, Percona Toolkit, or similar utilities

- Exposure to cloud-based database solutions such as AWS RDS or Google Cloud SQL

- Familiarity with NoSQL databases

**Preferred Education and Experience **

- Relevant background in database management, preferably with a focus on MySQL

- Experience working in hybrid onsite environments

**Other Requirements **

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Ability to work in a collaborative environment and communicate technical details effectively

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team focused on modernizing and maintaining high-performance database systems. Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to technological excellence!

MySQL DBA

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