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General information
Job Posting Title
SQL Database Administrator
Date
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
City
Colorado Springs
State
CO
Country
United States
Working time
Full-time
Description & Requirements
Maximus is seeking a SQL Database Administrator to provide expertise to a federal client in support of their mission critical systems in defense of our Homeland. Your role will involve overseeing database administration, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and ensuring the availability, integrity, and security of our SQL databases.
This role is onsite in Colorado Springs, CO and requires an active Secret security clearance.
Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS080, T2, Band 5
Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain SQL Server database environments, including installation, configuration, and patch management.
- Administer and maintain database operational status and performance monitoring.
- Administer and maintain database replication monitoring and fault correction.
- Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to ensure optimal throughput and responsiveness.
- Perform database design, data modeling, and schema management to support application requirements and performance goals.
- Implement and maintain database security measures, including user access controls, data encryption, and auditing mechanisms.
- Conduct database capacity planning and forecasting to accommodate future growth and changing business requirements.
- Develop and maintain database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability and integrity.
- Collaborate with development teams to optimize SQL queries, database code, and stored procedures for improved performance.
- Create and maintain documentation related to database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- Other tasks as assigned
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
- An active Secret Clearance is required
- Due to contract requirements, only US Citizens can be considered.
- 7+ years of experience with database administration or related technologies.
- 5+ years of experience with SQL.
- Candidates must reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on-call requirements.
- This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.
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Minimum Requirements
TCS080, T2, Band 5
EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.
Minimum Salary
$
90,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
115,000.00