Database Administrator

Evoke Consulting is a Federal Management Consulting firm specializing in strategic business and technology services areas across the federal market. We provide solutions to agencies and entities including Veterans Affairs, Department of Energy, Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, and more. We defy the standard employee experience in government contracting with a commitment to providing a wide range of opportunities for our employees to grow professionally and socially by investing more than our competition in training our team and rewarding high performance. Evokers are hard-working, team-oriented, and come from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. We value our employees' ideas and act on suggestions for change and development as a firm.

Evoke is seeking a Database Administrator to join our team!

Responsibilities:

1. Install, configure, and manage database systems including Sybase ASE & Replication, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
2. Monitor and optimize database performance using tools such as AWR, ADDM, Explain Plan, and SQL Trace.
3. Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies.
4. Perform database migrations, upgrades, and patch management.
5. Automate routine database administration tasks using shell scripting.
6. Ensure data integrity and security across all database systems.
7. Collaborate with development teams to optimize database queries and design.
8. Manage cloud-based database services on AWS (RDS, EC2, S3, Redshift).
9. Utilize database management tools such as DBArtisan, SQL Server Management Studio, pgAdmin, and MongoDB Compass.
10. Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues promptly.
11. Provide technical support and guidance to other team members as needed.

Professional Experience and Skills:

1. Proven experience as a Database Administrator with expertise in Sybase ASE & Replication, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
2. Proficiency in operating systems including UNIX (AIX, Solaris), Linux, and Windows.
3. Experience with cloud platforms, specifically AWS (RDS, EC2, S3, Redshift).
4. Strong knowledge of database management tools and utilities: DBArtisan, SQL Server Management Studio, pgAdmin, and MongoDB Compass.
5. Expertise in performance tuning and optimization using AWR, ADDM, Explain Plan, and SQL Trace.
6. Proficiency in shell scripting for automation.
7. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
8. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Education and Years of Experience:

1. 4+ years of experience in Database Administration.
2. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
3. Experience supporting federal government contracts.
4. Relevant certifications in database administration or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Database - Specialty, Oracle Certified Professional).

Security Clearance:

1. Applicants selected must be eligible to work in the United States, be subject to a government security investigation, and meet eligibility requirements for access to protected information.

Work Location:

1. Washington, DC (on-site)

Benefits Offered:

1. This position is paid a base salary based on job family, experience and skill level.
2. Health benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
3. Company paid Life Insurance coverage, Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage.
4. Health Savings Account or Flexible spending accounts.
5. 401(k) with discretionary company match.
6. Paid time off (PTO) program and eleven (11) paid holidays.
7. Additional time off benefits include parental leave, bereavement leave, volunteer hours.
8. And more.

Evoke is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any additional factors protected by local, state, or federal law.