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Database Team Lead
We are seeking a Database Team Lead to join our team supporting an ITES task order. TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. Responsibilities Serve as the senior lead for all database administration and engineering activities in support of customer applications. Architect, install, and configure enterprise-level database environments, including Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL), PostgreSQL, MySQL, and cloud-based databases. Manage the full lifecycle of database systems-ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and scalability. Schedule and coordinate database deployments, upgrades, and new installations across development, testing, and production environments. Develop and enforce security standards for databases to ensure compliance with ALTESS and Army cybersecurity requirements. Perform Security Readiness Reviews (SRRs) and document results in Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M). Create and maintain proactive database monitoring tools and dashboards to support operational excellence and early problem detection. Ensure all database environments are properly patched, backed up, and compliant with STIGs, IAVM, and other DoD cybersecurity mandates. Collaborate with stakeholders and development teams to troubleshoot issues and provide database solutions aligned with enterprise architecture. Recommend and implement enhancements to improve the efficiency, reliability, and security of all database platforms. Required Qualifications Extensive experience in database administration and architecture. At least five (5) years of experience supporting Application Server architecture within a large enterprise environment. Proven expertise with enterprise database platforms including Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and cloud-hosted database solutions. Deep understanding of core database administration responsibilities, such as performance tuning, backup/recovery, access control, and capacity planning. Familiarity with scripting and automation using Python and PowerShell is a plus. Demonstrated ability to interface professionally with customers, including troubleshooting and solution design. Clearance Secret - IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive Clearance or Tier 3 (T3) investigation. Desired Qualifications Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM), and related cybersecurity practices. Overview We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". "As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. Work Environment and Physical Demands Locations: Radford Army Ammunition Plant, Radford VA Type of environment: Office Noise level: Medium Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. Amount of Travel: Less than 10% Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Authorization/Security Clearance U.S. Citizen Secret clearance Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Employment Opportunity In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.
We are seeking a Database Team Lead to join our team supporting an ITES task order. TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. Responsibilities Serve as the senior lead for all database administration and engineering activities in support of customer applications. Architect, install, and configure enterprise-level database environments, including Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL), PostgreSQL, MySQL, and cloud-based databases. Manage the full lifecycle of database systems-ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and scalability. Schedule and coordinate database deployments, upgrades, and new installations across development, testing, and production environments. Develop and enforce security standards for databases to ensure compliance with ALTESS and Army cybersecurity requirements. Perform Security Readiness Reviews (SRRs) and document results in Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M). Create and maintain proactive database monitoring tools and dashboards to support operational excellence and early problem detection. Ensure all database environments are properly patched, backed up, and compliant with STIGs, IAVM, and other DoD cybersecurity mandates. Collaborate with stakeholders and development teams to troubleshoot issues and provide database solutions aligned with enterprise architecture. Recommend and implement enhancements to improve the efficiency, reliability, and security of all database platforms. Required Qualifications Extensive experience in database administration and architecture. At least five (5) years of experience supporting Application Server architecture within a large enterprise environment. Proven expertise with enterprise database platforms including Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and cloud-hosted database solutions. Deep understanding of core database administration responsibilities, such as performance tuning, backup/recovery, access control, and capacity planning. Familiarity with scripting and automation using Python and PowerShell is a plus. Demonstrated ability to interface professionally with customers, including troubleshooting and solution design. Clearance Secret - IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive Clearance or Tier 3 (T3) investigation. Desired Qualifications Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM), and related cybersecurity practices. Overview We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". "As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. Work Environment and Physical Demands Locations: Radford Army Ammunition Plant, Radford VA Type of environment: Office Noise level: Medium Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. Amount of Travel: Less than 10% Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Authorization/Security Clearance U.S. Citizen Secret clearance Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Employment Opportunity In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.