Database Administrator Senior

$75,200 - $158,100/Yr

CACI International - Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) at CACI, you will play a crucial role in supporting software and systems engineering as well as interoperability engineering technical services for our Government customer. Your primary focus will be on the PDSS and PPSS mission, which serves worldwide customers, including Program Executive Officers (PEOs), Project Managers (PMs), Project Directors (PDs), and various components of the Headquarters Department of the Army (HQDA) and other Department of Defense (DoD) elements. You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, security, and high availability of PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server database management systems (DBMS) that support several applications on the DCGS-A program. In this role, you will develop and implement policies and procedures that guarantee the performance and security of these databases. You will have hands-on experience with PostgreSQL databases in both Linux and Windows environments, setting up, monitoring, and maintaining PostgreSQL instances. Your responsibilities will include certifying the availability and performance of the databases, ensuring they have sufficient resources allocated for high resilience and speed. You will also assist developers in performance tuning and proactively monitor the database systems to ensure secure services with minimal downtime. Additionally, you will be involved in the maintenance of the databases, including rollouts, patching, and upgrades, while ensuring compliance with Database DISA STIGS. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a culture of integrity and trust, where you will be part of a high-performing team dedicated to critical missions that ensure the safety of our nation. CACI values character and innovation, providing you with the autonomy to manage your time effectively through flexible time off benefits and access to robust learning resources to help you achieve your career ambitions. You will be encouraged to grow continuously, contributing to the advancement of our nation's most critical missions while building on CACI's legacy of business success.

Responsibilities

  • Support software and systems engineering and interoperability engineering technical services for Government customers.
  • Manage PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server database management systems for various applications on the DCGS-A program.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure database integrity, security, and high availability.
  • Set up, monitor, and maintain PostgreSQL instances in Linux and Windows environments.
  • Certify the availability and performance of databases, ensuring sufficient resource allocation for resilience and speed.
  • Assist developers in performance tuning of database systems.
  • Proactively monitor database systems to ensure secure services with minimal downtime.
  • Manage maintenance tasks including rollouts, patching, and upgrades of databases.
  • Ensure compliance with Database DISA STIGS.

Requirements

  • Secret Clearance
  • Certifications: A+ CE, Network+ CE, Security+ CE or other IATI/II qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or other Engineering or Technical discipline
  • 5 years of relevant experience within the last 8 years
  • Experience with PostgreSQL databases in Linux and Windows environments
  • Hands-on experience with Postgres and SQL Server database administration and performance tuning.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with additional database management systems
  • Knowledge of cloud database solutions
  • Familiarity with database backup and recovery processes.

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage
  • Wellness programs
  • Financial benefits
  • Retirement plans
  • Family support programs
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Flexible time off benefits
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