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Overview
Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is a global company serving the defense, federal, and commercial markets with innovative solutions for the ground tactical, airborne and avionics, naval/maritime, and public safety and security domains. In addition to mission-critical communication systems, the company provides helmet-mounted displays and motion tracking technologies; SATCOM terminals; advanced sonar systems; and data protection solutions. Furthermore, the company serves as a gateway for technology, leveraging Thales-wide solutions—such as combat management systems; naval, airborne, and ground ISR; and electronic warfare—to address U.S. requirements.
We are seeking a Database Administrator in our Clarksburg, MD Campus.
Top Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Yearly Incentive Bonus Program
• Generous 401(k) program (up to 7% company contribution) with 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid family care, maternity and parental leaves
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Responsibilities
• Install, configure, and maintain database systems to ensure high performance and availability.
• Monitor database performance, implement changes, and apply new patches and versions when required.
• Ensure the security of database systems and protect sensitive information.
• Develop and maintain database backup and recovery plans.
• Optimize database performance and ensure data integrity and consistency.
• Perform regular database capacity planning and performance tuning.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in database technologies and methodologies.
• Execute additional tasks and projects as required by your manager, ensuring they are completed professionally and within deadlines.
• Ability and Knowledge to support and maintain Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server 2019 software environment.
• Document all work in the required ticket system.
• Maintain platform support for a Windows software/Server environment.
• Ability to support and maintain other tools as needed.
• Responsible for the configuration and management of the storage systems related to databases and other applications you may support.
• Increase day-to-day operational efficiency and accuracy via the use of automated tools and scripts.
• Research and recommend creative methods for system administrative tasks.
• Potential to work from home two days a week after probationary period.
• Works under general supervision.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Level Security Clearance upon hire.
• 3-6 years of related IT work experience.
• 2 year IT degree preferred.
• Background in technical troubleshooting of user support issues.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator or in a similar role.
• Strong proficiency in database management such as SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with database security, backup and recovery, performance tuning, and optimization.
• Experience with Database High Availability and Fault Tolerance.
• Experience with server operating systems including Windows Server 2016 and 2019.
• Knowledge of Storage technologies and data backup technologies involving SQL.
• Knowledge of authentication and Identity in and out of the Microsoft world.
• Experience utilizing a ticketing system.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of networking principles.
• Positive attitude and friendly demeanor in order to interact with a variety of positions and levels within Thales as well as candidates and external contacts.
• Able to grasp new concepts quickly.
• Ability to work and ensure strong and undisturbed access to database.
• Possess the skills to create and maintain clear and concise technical documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without assistance.
• Proficient oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values.
Preferred Qualifications
• Background in working with PowerShell, Power CLI, and Windows batch scripting.
• Experience with supporting and maintaining SQL backups.
• Involvement with project management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory
• Knowledge of Microsoft Exchange
• Experience with SQL using hyper-converged and cloud architecture.
• Knowledge and practice with storage area network operation and maintenance.
For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact the recruiter at careers@thalesdsi.com.
Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Thales is an E-Verify employer.
Thales is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please call Human Resources at 202-961-1016.
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