• Database Administrator

    V2X (Orlando, FL)


    Description

    Database Administrator II (CTC) - "W-TRS" Orlando , Florida

     

    On-Site Role

     

    The WTRS SOC Database Administrator (DBA) works with the SOC team to oversee the installation, configuration, monitoring and maintenance of database servers and databases of the SOC systems. Performance tuning of databases and data stores (https://www.bmc.com/blogs/data-lake-vs-data-warehouse-vs-database-whats-the-difference/) and implementation of security measures of the WTRS SOC databases are critical duties.

    Required Skills:

    + 5+ years of progressive technical (hands-on) experience related to Database Administration

    + Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

    + Strong communication and teamwork abilities

    + Experience with common database technologies and their security features such as MS SQL Database Server, Oracle DB, MariaDB, or MySQL

    + Strong knowledge of database security, performance tuning, and optimization to ensure data security, integrity, and backup processes

    + Familiarity with database replication, clustering, and high availability setups

    + Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS)

    + Monitor database performance and optimize queries for efficiency

    + Develop and maintain database documentation and standards

    + Implement disaster recovery solutions and perform regular testing

    + Collaborate with system and network administrators as well as SOC Analyst to support applications and SOC operations

    + Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolutions

    + Implement and manage database security policies, including encryption, access controls, and audit logging including all applicable STIGS, SRGs, and relevant NIST controls.

    + Monitor database activity for anomalies, unauthorized access attempts, and potential data breaches

    + Design and enforce role-based access controls (RBAC) and least privilege principles for database users

    + Conduct database forensic analysis to investigate security incidents and unauthorized data modifications

    + Support SIEM integrations by ensuring real-time database logs are collected and analyzed for threat detection

    Desired Skills

    + Experience with Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)

    + Strong understanding of security frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks, MITRE ATT&CK, and PCI DSS compliance

    + Hold a security certification such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC Database Security, or Microsoft SC-100 (Security Operations)

    + Ability to integrate database security event monitoring with SIEM solutions like Splunk, QRadar, or Sentinel

    + Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, or SQL scripting) for security enforcement and to Automate routine database tasks to improve efficiency

    + Knowledge of advanced database replication and auditing techniques for data integrity and anomaly detection

    + Hands-on experience in cyber incident response and forensic investigations involving databases

    Education Requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

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