Database Administrator II - Microsoft SQL Server at Quevera

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Job Description: Quevera is seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator II – Microsoft SQL Server with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph to support mission-critical programs in Linthicum, Maryland . In this role, you will join a small database administration team responsible for creating, maintaining, and troubleshooting Microsoft SQL Server database environments across multiple networks and architectures. The environment includes databases hosted in both on-premises data centers and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience creating, maintaining, patching, and troubleshooting Microsoft SQL Server databases, along with a desire to learn new skills and contribute to the continued growth and maturity of database administration processes. You will work collaboratively within a small team, identify opportunities to automate processes, and develop solutions to support database operations. Job Responsibilities: • Create, maintain, patch, and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server database environments. • Support Microsoft SQL Server databases across multiple networks and architectures. • Support database environments hosted in on-premises data centers and cloud environments. • Perform database index and performance management. • Troubleshoot issues involving database instances and applications. • Support database backup and recovery processes. • Identify opportunities to automate repetitive database administration processes. • Contribute to the growth and maturity of processes used to support and maintain database environments. • Collaborate with diverse teams in support of a common mission. Minimum Requirements: • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required. • Ten (10) years of experience as a Database Administrator in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university. • Four (4) years of additional Database Administrator experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. • Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M with a minimum IAT Level II certification , such as CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, or SSCP. • Demonstrable experience supporting Microsoft SQL Server databases . • Experience with database index and performance management. • Experience troubleshooting issues involving database instances and applications. • Experience with database backup and recovery processes. • Ability to work with diverse teams in support of a common mission. • Effective communication skills. Desired Skills: • Knowledge of AWS services, specifically Amazon RDS. • Experience using PowerShell or Python scripting to automate repetitive tasks. • Exposure to Commvault backup solutions. • Knowledge of SQL Server AlwaysOn Clustering. • Knowledge of Windows Event Log filtering. • Knowledge of Windows Task Scheduler setup and management. • Experience supporting SharePoint implementations. Why Join Quevera? Award-Winning Culture Quevera was recognized as a Top Workplace in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region for 2025 , marking our fifth consecutive year receiving this distinction based on employee feedback. Outstanding Benefits We invest in our employees and their families through a highly competitive benefits package, including: • 100% employer-paid medical coverage (optional plan) • Competitive options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage • Employer-paid life insurance • $5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development • Career advancement through our structured iQTouch Program • Up to 6% 401(k) match • Additional 4% profit-sharing contribution , at company discretion At Quevera, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional opportunities. We're more than just a workplace—we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry experts committed to delivering mission-critical solutions while fostering professional growth, collaboration, and technical excellence. Quevera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-AA1

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Quevera is seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator II – Microsoft SQL Server with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph to support mission-critical programs in Linthicum, Maryland .
Create, maintain, patch, and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server database environments.
Support Microsoft SQL Server databases across multiple networks and architectures.
Support database environments hosted in on-premises data centers and cloud environments.
Perform database index and performance management.
Troubleshoot issues involving database instances and applications.
Support database backup and recovery processes.
Identify opportunities to automate repetitive database administration processes.
Contribute to the growth and maturity of processes used to support and maintain database environments.
Collaborate with diverse teams in support of a common mission.
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
Ten (10) years of experience as a Database Administrator in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Nice-to-haves

Knowledge of AWS services, specifically Amazon RDS.
Experience using PowerShell or Python scripting to automate repetitive tasks.
Exposure to Commvault backup solutions.
Knowledge of SQL Server AlwaysOn Clustering.
Knowledge of Windows Event Log filtering.
Knowledge of Windows Task Scheduler setup and management.
Experience supporting SharePoint implementations.
Why Join Quevera?
Award-Winning Culture
Quevera was recognized as a Top Workplace in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region for 2025 , marking our fifth consecutive year receiving this distinction based on employee feedback.
Outstanding Benefits
We invest in our employees and their families through a highly competitive benefits package, including:

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