# Junior Database Administrator

> KIHOMAC · Colorado Springs, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-04

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** DSG - Defense Services Group

## Description

-   Install, configure, operate, and maintain database systems across the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) enterprise network
-   Research and apply best business practices for the design and administration of databases
-   Support creation and maintenance of standard database policies, operating procedures and overall documentation
-   Implement database performance monitoring, fine tuning and optimize database systems
-   Support development and implementation of database backup and disaster recovery strategies
-   Conduct database capacity and availability audits
-   Participate in IT and business projects to define database system requirements and recommend technology solutions
-   Research, benchmark, document and introduce new database technologies and features into application life cycle
-   Collaborate with the application developers, business owners and architects in design and implementations
-   Other duties as assigned

## Requirements

**Education/Training:** 

-   Associate’s Degree in technology or other relevant discipline preferred
-   DoD 8570 Level II Certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or higher, required   

**Experience:**

-   +1 years of experience with MS SQL Server 2019 or higher
-   Experience with MS SQL Server cluster, MS SQL Server database performance tuning, MS SQL Server database monitoring
-   Experience with MS SQL Server database backup/recovery
-   Knowledge and experience with relational DBMS concepts, design, architecture, and operations
-   Experience working with databases in Azure or AWS

**Security:**

-   Must be a US citizen

-   Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance

**Physical Requirements:**

-   Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
-   Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
-   Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
-   Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

## Benefits

-   Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
-   Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
-   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
-   Short Term & Long Term Disability
-   Training & Development
-   Wellness Resources

**Salary:** $65,000 - $90,000 annually

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.

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