Database Administrator at BWX Technologies

BWX Technologies is looking for a Database Administrator in Erwin, TN!

The Database Administrator (DBA) participates in many aspects of the server-side applications environment. They must be highly skilled at managing the database software environment, primarily Microsoft SQL Server, and have knowledge of the technical environment of the networks and application software. The DBA provides traditional functions for secure, protected, responsive, and available database systems.

They provide the consistent design of the database installs and execute those designs with installations. The DBA collaborates daily with programmers and analysts in the configuration of systems for in house written as well as purchased applications. The DBA is a critical member of any Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) installation team. The DBA works closely with the operations and network teams, understanding Active Directory and how it affects the database environment and items such as Kerberos and Managed Service Accounts. The DBA’s role is dynamic and critical to the secure and smooth operation of applications.  

Job Description/Duties:

• Installs and upgrades database servers to include related products such as reporting tools.
• Responsible for disaster recovery planning and recovery of database systems.
• Instrumental in design of database solutions that include replication, high availability and other tool sets available.
• Designs and manages secure installs and standards of database servers.
• Participates as integral architect in design of server landscape.
• Understands, designs, and implements replication, high availability and security solutions for database servers.
• Works with teams and leads problem solving activities for applications that involve the database and other disciplines of IT.
• Provides solutions for automation using tools such as PowerShell in combination with automation techniques.
• Implements database imports and warehouse solutions.
• Maintains inventory of database environment, coordinating the creation of timely projects for upgrades.
• Understands and implements DISA STIGs to database servers as well as assist analyst in the understanding of and implementation of DISA STIGs for tools such as IIS.
• Manages projects related to database environment.
• Routinely updates management and others appropriate on status of work and issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Self-motivated and possess strong verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills with the ability to communicate complex problems and solutions.
• Demonstrated advanced troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
• Experience working independently and within small teams.
• Experience in Microsoft SQL Server and the Microsoft environment:
  • Microsoft SQL Server current versions
  • SQL Server Replication
  • SQL Server High Availability
  • SQL Server Clustering
• Proficient in database design and advanced skills in query optimization.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a company sponsored U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q and NRC U clearance.

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience preferred. Position and salary can be re-leveled based on experience.
• Experience using Power BI or other Reporting Services.
• Demonstrated understanding of Active Directory as it relates to the secure install and problem solving of the database environment.
• Knowledgeable in automation tools such as:
  • PowerShell
  • Microsoft SSIS

Benefits:

The Senior Database Administrator will work a 9/80 work week while receiving market leading pay, paid time off, paid winter holiday shutdown, educational refund plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance options and service-based retirement contributions with additional 401k match.