{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b1e8cd1f6930ff3a7265c93c","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b1e8cd1f6930ff3a7265c93c","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b1e8cd1f6930ff3a7265c93c","title":"Senior Cloud Database Systems Engineer (SQL Server)","description":"New Cumberland, PA\r\nInformation Technology\r\nCompany OverviewUnityTec is an SBA-certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering high-impact professional and technical services to government agencies. With deep expertise in Industrial and Enterprise Systems Modernization, FIAR (Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness), Industrial Facility Transformation, Program and Project Management, Enterprise Support and Consulting, and Advanced Analytics, we empower organizations to modernize operations and advance mission priorities. Our disciplined approach—grounded in dedicated talent, proactive planning, rigorous quality assurance, agile methodologies, cost-effective delivery, and uncompromising ethics—positions UnityTec as a trusted partner committed to achieving measurable, enduring results for our clients.\r\nJob OverviewWe are seeking aSenior Cloud Database Systems Engineer (SQL Server)to join our team. You will design, implement, secure, and sustain mission-critical Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments across on-premises, Azure, and AWS infrastructure. You will lead database modernization, high availability, disaster recovery, performance optimization, security, and technical documentation activities supporting DoD/Federal enterprise systems. This is an onsite position available in New Cumberland, PA.\r\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:Database Engineering, Architecture, and Lifecycle ManagementProvision, install, configure, operate, maintain, and enhance enterprise database infrastructure, including associated servers, operating systems, software, and supporting components.\r\nDesign and implement Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database solutions that meet operational, application, scalability, availability, and regulatory requirements.\r\nPerform database architecture and administration activities, including schema design, database configuration, replication, capacity planning, and lifecycle management.\r\nConduct systems analysis to assess requirements, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend technical solutions that improve data management, performance, and operational efficiency.\r\nSupport the planning and implementation of database and application-server technologies supporting major business initiatives.\r\nCloud Database Implementation and ModernizationDevelop, optimize, and administer SQL Server database solutions hosted on Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Azure Managed Instance environments.\r\nImplement and manage Azure-native capabilities for scalability, high availability, security, monitoring, and operational resilience.\r\nAdminister AWS database environments, including provisioning, configuration, optimization, security hardening, and availability management.\r\nEvaluate emerging database, cloud, and infrastructure technologies through technical research and development activities; recommend practical innovations that improve enterprise services.\r\nPerformance Engineering and Advanced SQL DevelopmentDevelop, troubleshoot, and optimize complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, functions, and other database code supporting enterprise applications.\r\nConduct database performance tuning using query optimization, execution-plan analysis, indexing strategies, partitioning, DBCC commands, and resource-utilization analysis.\r\nMonitor database health and performance using SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, Dynamic Management Views, system logs, and related diagnostic tools.\r\nPerform root-cause analysis of database incidents, performance bottlenecks, and recurring operational issues; implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.\r\nCreate and maintain PowerShell automation scripts for server administration, database operations, monitoring, and data acquisition.\r\nHigh Availability, Replication, Backup, and Disaster RecoveryDesign, implement, manage, and test SQL Server high-availability, failover, replication, and data-protection solutions.\r\nConfigure and maintain Failover Cluster Instances and other high-availability technologies to ensure database continuity and rapid recovery.\r\nEstablish and sustain backup, restoration, retention, and recovery processes that support operational and mission requirements.\r\nServe as a disaster recovery and Continuity of Operations (COOP) subject‑matter resource, including recovery planning, validation, testing, and improvement.\r\nEnsure database services meet established recovery, resilience, availability, and failover objectives.\r\nDatabase Security, Encryption, and AuthenticationImplement database security controls that protect sensitive information and maintain compliance with DoD, Federal, and organizational requirements.\r\nConfigure and manage data-encryption capabilities, including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), Always Encrypted, and column‑level encryption for data at rest and in transit.\r\nSupport secure LDAP and certificate‑based authentication mechanisms for database access and enterprise integration.\r\nAdminister database access controls, security configurations, audit capabilities, and related procedures to reduce risk and safeguard mission data.\r\nEnsure systems, operating procedures, and technical configurations conform to applicable security, regulatory, and organizational standards.\r\nDocumentation, Technical Communication, and Stakeholder EngagementProduce and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation, including database schemas, data dictionaries, entity‑relationship diagrams, configuration baselines, process flows, project plans, test plans, and test results.\r\nCommunicate complex technical concepts, risks, designs, and operational issues effectively to technical teams, program leadership, customers, and other stakeholders.\r\nProvide regular status reporting on project scope, objectives, milestones, dependencies, technical risks, and operational outcomes.\r\nTranslate business and mission requirements into actionable technical designs and implementation plans.\r\nTechnical Leadership, Project Delivery, and MentoringLead or support the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and delivery of large‑scale database and infrastructure projects.\r\nProvide hands‑on technical guidance, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to database administrators, systems engineers, and project team members.\r\nCoordinate with application teams, infrastructure teams, cybersecurity personnel, and program leadership to deliver integrated, supportable database solutions.\r\nSupport technical negotiations, implementation planning, and decision‑making for large technology initiatives aligned to organizational business objectives.\r\nRequired Qualifications:Must have a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g.Security+ ,CySA+ ).\r\nMust have a SQL focused certification (e.g.MCSA SQL2016 DBA,Microsoft AzureDBA Associate, or higher)\r\nA minimum of five (5) years of overall engineering experience.\r\nA minimum of five (5) years of SQL Server database administration and analysis support experience.\r\nA minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting DoD or Federal IT systems.\r\nDemonstrated experience as a Database Architect, Replication Expert, Database Encryption Expert, LDAP/Certificate Authentication Expert, Disaster Recovery/COOP Expert, Database Security Expert, and High Availability Expert.\r\nPreferred Qualifications:A bachelor’s degree in a related field of study.\r\nClearance Requirements:Must be a U.S. citizen.\r\nMust possess a DoD current Secret clearance.\r\nUnityTec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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With deep expertise in Industrial and Enterprise Systems Modernization, FIAR (Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness), Industrial Facility Transformation, Program and Project Management, Enterprise Support and Consulting, and Advanced Analytics, we empower organizations to modernize operations and advance mission priorities. Our disciplined approach—grounded in dedicated talent, proactive planning, rigorous quality assurance, agile methodologies, cost-effective delivery, and uncompromising ethics—positions UnityTec as a trusted partner committed to achieving measurable, enduring results for our clients.\r\nJob OverviewWe are seeking aSenior Cloud Database Systems Engineer (SQL Server)to join our team. You will design, implement, secure, and sustain mission-critical Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments across on-premises, Azure, and AWS infrastructure. You will lead database modernization, high availability, disaster recovery, performance optimization, security, and technical documentation activities supporting DoD/Federal enterprise systems. 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