<p>We are seeking a highly skilled <strong>Senior Database Administrator (DBA)</strong> with extensive experience managing large, high-availability database environments across on-premises and cloud platforms. This role is critical for ensuring optimal database performance, security, and reliability. The Senior DBA will collaborate with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to design robust database architectures, automate operational workflows, and mentor entry-level DBAs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Install and configure Microsoft SQL Server instances and tools (SSMS, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS).</li><li>Set up new databases, servers, and related infrastructure.</li><li>Manage SQL Server clustering, replication, and high-availability solutions.</li><li>Monitor and maintain database performance, integrity, and security.</li><li>Perform regular maintenance tasks (index optimization, statistics updates, consistency checks).</li><li>Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and migrations.</li><li>Troubleshoot database errors, bottlenecks, and performance issues.</li><li>Analyze query execution plans and optimize SQL queries.</li><li>Monitor system performance using SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and Performance Monitor.</li><li>Manage user accounts, roles, and permissions to maintain data security.</li><li>Audit database activities and maintain compliance with security standards.</li><li>Document configurations and generate reports for performance metrics and growth trends.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an Admin Services Associate to join our team in Bethesda, Maryland. In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations, including guest reception, invoice processing, and vendor management. This is a Contract position with the potential for extension or conversion based on performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Answer and direct incoming calls professionally within the management office.</p><p>• Welcome and assist guests upon arrival, ensuring visitor protocols are adhered to.</p><p>• Review, validate, and submit invoices for approval while addressing discrepancies with relevant departments.</p><p>• Prepare and track purchase orders, ensuring accurate documentation and timely fulfillment.</p><p>• Support contract management by maintaining renewal schedules and communicating with vendors.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite to create and update forms, spreadsheets, and presentations.</p><p>• Maintain confidential files and databases with accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Coordinate schedules and appointments to optimize productivity.</p><p>• Troubleshoot basic technical issues related to office systems and equipment.</p><p>• Collaborate with the management team to enhance operational efficiency.</p>
<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly skilled <strong>Senior Middleware Engineer</strong> to join our team. This role is responsible for delivering reliable infrastructure support for web application solutions and maintaining a stable, scalable middleware environment. The ideal candidate will work closely with development, server, and database teams to leverage technologies such as ColdFusion, Docker, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Oracle, Red Hat, and VMware.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Full-time onsite in Washington, DC; later shift ending between 5 PM and 7 PM daily.</li><li>Participate in 24x7 on-call escalation rotation every 2–3 months.</li><li>Support existing middleware infrastructure, troubleshoot incidents and outages, and improve performance and efficiency.</li><li>Serve as escalation point for middleware issues and provide guidance for complex production or system problems.</li><li>Assist application teams with troubleshooting application outages.</li><li>Act as subject matter expert for middleware architecture improvements and outage resolution.</li><li>Monitor OEM middleware patching and upgrade recommendations.</li><li>Execute processes for middleware maintenance, including load balancing, tuning, and configuration management.</li><li>Implement and maintain consistent middleware parameters and system settings across environments.</li><li>Administer middleware management tools and patch middleware software per established lifecycle.</li><li>Provide hosting operations and engineering support for web middleware components.</li><li>Deliver training as required.</li></ul>
