SQL Server Database Administrator 2/3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman CIDO – Database Operations has an immediate need for a SQL Server Database Administrator. The DBA selected will provide MS SQL Server database support for business application systems, primarily inside closed areas in our Melbourne FL office.  This role will be 100% onsite.  This individual will apply and develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Work is performed without appreciable direction and exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective, for desired results.  Additionally, the DBA may create standards and/or do modeling to monitor and enhance capacity and performance.

Primary duties include:

• Perform database maintenance tasks to support application changes and ensure integrity and efficient performance of the databases. (Typical maintenance tasks include backup, recovery, migration, space management, structural changes, and performance tuning)
• Participate in the research and resolution of database problems.
• Research and install DBMS software packages.
• Document and improve work processes.
• Provide thorough coordination with customers, application developers, customers, and other IT groups.

Analytical tasks include but are not limited to: 

• Implement and maintain smooth operation and physical design of databases.
• Conduct performance tuning of indexes and databases in general.
• Review database design and integration of systems, provide backup recovery and make recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.
• Maintain security and integrity controls.
• Formulate policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management, and monitor transaction activity and utilization.
• Develop stored procedures and/or triggers

*This open requisition may be filled by a level 2 (early career) or level 3 (mid-career) candidate.

Basic Qualifications for level 2:

• 2 years of relevant IT experience with a Bachelor's degree OR 0 years of experience with a relevant Master’s degree.
• Experience as an MS SQL DBA
• Sufficient understanding of MS SQL versions 2016, 2017 and 2019
• Login and DB security experience
• Performance tuning and indexing experience
• Must have an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Must have Basic Windows OS knowledge

Basic Qualifications for level 3:

• 5 years of relevant IT experience with a Bachelor's degree OR 3 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree.
• Proven experience as an MS SQL DBA
• Sufficient understanding of MS SQL versions 2016, 2017 and 2019
• Login and DB security experience
• Performance tuning and indexing experience
• Must have an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Must have Basic Windows OS knowledge

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) disciplines, Advanced Degrees are a plus
• Graph technology database experience a plus
• Proficiency in batch scripting
• Proficiency in Other RDBMS systems
• 9 years of relevant IT Database experience
• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance is a plus
• Security+ certification is a plus

Primary Level Salary Range: $77,200.00 - $115,800.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.