Database Administrator - Norfolk, VA - Serco North America

Are you a Database Administrator that is looking to make a difference?  Discover this opportunity to support our Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) Ashore Sustainment Program. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact toward our military defense by discovering your new role supporting this critical mission.

The Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) Ashore Sustainment Program is executed by the NAVFAC AT/FP Ashore Program Management Office (PMO), NAVFAC Expeditionary Warfare Center (EXWC) and NAVFAC regional Facilities Engineering Commands (FECs). The primary goal of the NAVFAC AT/FP Ashore Sustainment Program is to provide both preventive and corrective maintenance services to Navy installations as required to sustain NAVFAC AT/FP Ashore Program Systems in accordance with their operational requirements.

In support of this effort, our Database Administrator will work as part of a team providing a variety of tasks to the US Navy to include: system administration, virtual machine creation and Video Management System monitoring, and compliance checks.

In this role, you will:

• Manage SQL Server databases 
• Configure and maintain database servers and processes
• Monitor system's health and performance
• Ensure high levels of performance, availability, sustainability, and security
• Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time
• Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes
• Create and maintain SQL scripts and assists in SQL DB maintenance
• Assist in root cause analysis and troubleshooting with PSIM and PSIM related issues.
• Work alongside PSAC team to develop process improvements.
• Review PSIM hierarchy and creates ways to increase uptime prevent program downtime.
• Create SOP’s and documentation for work completed.
• Maintain vCenter architecture and servers running on NETAPP and Cisco UCS Mini’s
• Review Loupe Logs after outage to find root cause

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Ability to obtain an active DoD Secret clearance
• Ability to obtain a Security + certification within 60 days of hire 
• Bachelor’s/Associates degree and 4 years of specialized experience 
  • OR High School diploma and 8 years of specialized experience
• Ability to create Standard Operating Procedure documentation for designs and implementation strategies of new hardware and software deployment.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed

Additional desired experience and skills:

• An active DoD Secret clearance
• Possess the following certification: Windows Operating System and Windows Server, CCNA, and VMWare, with a strong understanding of current Microsoft supported windows operating systems.
• Experience in the administration of Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Windows 10, Window’s Active Directory infrastructure to include Group Policy Object management experience, VMware ESXi server, data base solutions to include Microsoft SQL and Oracle, BackupExec, Acronis, and Crystal Reports.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration.  It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.