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Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

Peraton

$135,000 - $216,000
Sep 13, 2025
Annapolis Junction, MD, USA
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Peraton is seeking a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator to support and manage on-premise and cloud-based SQL Server databases, ensuring operation, troubleshooting, and performing database restoration tasks

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10+ years of Database Administration (DBA) experience.
  • Minimum of 8+ years database design including capacity planning, configuration, migration, performance monitoring, tuning, security, data recovery and troubleshooting.
  • Proven experience with SQL Server installation, configuration, and administration in an on-premise and cloud environment.
  • Oracle DB certification; Version 12 or above.
  • Expertise in writing and optimizing complex SQL queries for data extraction, manipulation, and performance tuning in SQL Server environments.
  • Proficiency in Python and PowerShell is highly preferred for automating tasks, managing databases, and supporting system administration.
  • Knowledge of backup strategies, disaster recovery, and data restoration best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and monitor both on-premise and cloud-based SQL Server environments.
  • Review the existing database architecture; design a new database architecture to be implemented throughout the enterprise
  • Install and configure databases that support various enterprise products and applications (SharePoint, Exchange, Customer Relationship Management, etc)
  • Perform routine database maintenance, including version upgrades, backups, and database restoration
  • Troubleshoot SQL Server-related issues, ensuring system availability and performance.
  • Provide data analysis and create custom reports.
  • Assist with configuring and managing data feeds to and from SQL Server across on-premise and cloud systems.

Other

  • Requires a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; 4 additional years of experience in lieu of BS can be considered
  • IAT Level III required upon start date
  • 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
  • Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents