Database Administrator

  • Reston, VA
  • Posted 20 days ago | Updated 8 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 104,000.00 - 166,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Collaboration
DevOps
Backup Administration
Regulatory Compliance
Data Security
Optimization
Data Integrity
Data Governance
Management
Data Quality
Technical Support
Documentation
Auditing
Migration
Spring Framework
Security Clearance
Business Analytics
Business Analysis
PostgreSQL
Database Performance Tuning
Query Optimization
Recovery
Backup
Database Security
Access Control
Encryption
Identity Management
Replication
High Availability
Disaster Recovery
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Amazon RDS
Remote Desktop Services
Google Cloud
Google Cloud Platform
SQL Azure
SQL
Scripting
Python
Shell
Windows PowerShell
NoSQL
Database
MongoDB
Apache Cassandra
Redis
Orchestration
Docker
Kubernetes
Performance Monitoring
New Relic
Data Warehouse
Extract
Transform
Load
Microsoft SQL Server
Oracle
Database Administration
MySQL
Nexus
Adobe AIR
SAFE
Law

Job Details

Responsibilities

As a Database Administrator, you will be responsible for managing, optimizing, and securing our databases to ensure high availability and performance. You will collaborate closely with the development, operations, and IT teams to design, implement, and maintain database systems that support critical business applications. Your role will include managing backups, performing database tuning, handling disaster recovery, and ensuring compliance with data security and integrity standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Install, configure, and maintain databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, etc.) to ensure optimal performance, security, and availability.
  • Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to ensure high uptime and efficient operations.
  • Regularly perform database tuning and optimization to improve query performance and overall system efficiency.
  • Implement and manage backup strategies to ensure data integrity and recoverability in the event of failure.
  • Develop and test disaster recovery plans to minimize data loss and downtime in case of system failures.
  • Implement and enforce database security measures, including encryption, access control, and auditing to protect sensitive information.
  • Ensure databases comply with industry regulations and organizational data governance policies.
  • Ensure data consistency and integrity by managing database constraints, triggers, and integrity checks.
  • Perform regular database health checks, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure data quality.
  • Work closely with development teams to optimize database queries, support data-related queries, and advise on best practices for database integration with applications.
  • Provide technical support for database-related issues and serve as a point of escalation for complex issues.
  • Maintain clear and detailed documentation for database configurations, procedures, and recovery strategies.
  • Create and maintain reports regarding database performance, security audits, and backup status.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest database technologies and industry trends.
  • Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and migrations to keep systems current and secure.

*Position is contingent upon Spring 2025 contract award*

Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph level clearance is required.
  • BA/BS and 8+ years of experience; Masters and 6+ years of experience; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • Proven experience as a Database Administrator or in a similar database management role.
  • Strong knowledge of database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar.
  • Proficiency in SQL and understanding of database performance tuning and query optimization techniques.
  • Familiarity with database backup and recovery techniques, including tools like mysqldump, pg_dump, and other backup solutions.
  • Experience with database security practices, including access control, encryption, and user management.
  • Strong understanding of data replication, high availability, and disaster recovery.
  • Experience with cloud-based databases and services (AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, Azure SQL) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell, PowerShell) is a plus.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with performance monitoring tools (e.g., New Relic, Datadog, Prometheus).
  • Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes.
  • Certification in database administration (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle DBA, MySQL Certification) is a plus.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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