Database Team Lead

Database Team LeadRadford, VA (On-Site)IPTA's Technology Solutions Team is passionate about providing our customers with technical solutions that satisfy their business needs. Through collaborative interactions with customers, team members, subject matter experts (SMEs), technical leaders, and partners we design practical solutions that solve real problems for major government and business organizations. As a member of our Technology Solutions group, you will work with a team of technologists focused on delivering innovative business solutions using emerging technologies through proven successful methods.Our Team:We are looking for talented people who are enthusiastic about applying technology to deliver innovative outcomes with "fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service." Our belief is that our people are the key to success. By encouraging and enabling continued learning, our team members grow to achieve their personal career goals. We are looking for:Smart people with a passion for technologyAbility to solve challenging business problemsSelf-directed professionalsHunger to continually learn and growPosition SummaryIPTA is seeking a Database Team Lead to manage database administration and development supporting Army enterprise systems. This role requires expertise in Oracle and SQL Server databases, with a focus on performance optimization, data integrity, and security in mission-critical environments.ResponsibilitiesLead database administration team supporting enterprise applicationsManage Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database environmentsDesign and implement database architectures and data modelsPerform database performance tuning and optimizationDevelop and maintain PL/SQL and T-SQL stored procedures, functions, and triggersImplement database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery proceduresMonitor database health and proactively address issuesManage database patching, upgrades, and lifecycle activitiesEnsure database security and compliance with DoD standardsCoordinate with application teams on database requirementsImplement data replication and high availability solutionsMentor and develop junior database administratorsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fieldMinimum 8 years of database administration experienceMinimum 3 years in team leadership roleCompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)Oracle Certified Professional or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database AdministratorExpert knowledge of Oracle 12c/19c and SQL Server 2016/2019Proficiency in PL/SQL and T-SQL developmentActive Security Clearance RequiredDesired QualificationsExperience with PostgreSQL or other open-source databasesExperience with cloud databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, OCI)Oracle RAC and Data Guard experienceExperience with database automation toolsData modeling and ETL experienceTechnical SkillsOracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQLPL/SQL, T-SQL, performance tuningBackup/recovery, Data Guard, Always OnDatabase security, encryption, auditingData modeling, ETL, reportingIPTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, status as a veteran or disabled veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions, including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, returns from lay-off, terminations, and social and recreational programs on the principles of equal employment opportunity.