Database Administrator in Wiesbaden, Germany, Germany

Overview

SOS International LLC (SOSi) team is growing in Europe, and we are looking for a talented and dedicated Database Administrator to support an IT program based in Wiesbaden, Germany. SOSi is a family-owned government contractor with a long history of providing technical solutions to customers performing challenging missions.

Essential Job Duties

• Implementation and maintenance of Microsoft SQL based systems and tools.

• Will monitor and optimize the performance of the production SQL server databases.

• Responsible for database security, integrity, reliability, high availability and disaster recovery solutions.

• Identify and troubleshoot database issues and the ability to analyze, design, build, test and implement solutions. Implement and troubleshoot triggers, views, stored procedures and data integrity constraints.

• Maintain compliance with policies and procedures including DoD STIG requirements.

• Create database views, design/create databases, creation scripts, database foreign keys and indexes.

• Troubleshoot database performance using SQL Profiler.

• Migrate data from one database to another using SQL import tools, Excel, Access, or by writing stored procedures.

• Troubleshoot application errors by examining data, tables, stored procedures, functions and queries; troubleshoot connection errors and report errors.

• Grant database permissions.

• Identification and collection of data sets.

• Educating management and peers about SQL related issues.

• Serve as a technical representative for internal and external coordination of the day-to-day operations.

• Advises on situations that may require additional support or escalation.

Minimum Requirements

• Active DOD Secret security clearance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related field.

• 8+ years of technical experience in the following areas:

• SQL Server (2016 preferred)

• Microsoft Server (2016 preferred)

• Microsoft DHCP/DNS Server

• Active Directory

• PowerShell scripting

• VDI Environments

• IAT II Information Assurance Certification II such as Security+ or equivalent is required.

• Expert understanding of Structured Query Language (SQL) and Transact-SQL (T-SQL).

• Experience with VMware products and other virtualization technologies

• Demonstrated aptitude for analytical thinking, problem solving, and working multiple tasks concurrently.

• Must be approved by the USG and qualify as a Technical Expert under the U.S. SOFA in Germany.

Preferred Qualifications

MCSA: SQL Server Administration

Work Environment

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.

• 8-hour shift between hours of operation, 40 hours per week.

• Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.

• Occasional need to support after hours and weekends as required by mission specific requirements.