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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Database Administrator - Secret (Remote) - **Company:** Xcelerate Solutions - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Component-Based Software Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Batch Processing, Cloud Computing Security, Databases, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Database Applications, Oracle Data Guard, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Query Optimization, DataOps, Recovery Manager (RMAN), SQL Stored Procedures, PL-SQL, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Transact-SQL, Backup and Restore, Cloud Platform System, Cloud Monitoring, Indexer, SC Clearance, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Code Restructuring, Multiplatform - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9107108/application-database-administrator-secret-remote ## About the Role * Active Secret Clearance * Bachelor's Degree * 5 years of experience as an Application DBA supporting a large enterprise environment * Knowledge of DoD 8140 cybersecurity compliance and secure database administration practices * Strong hands-on experience with Oracle 19c/12c, including: * SQL/PL SQL development * Performance tuning and troubleshooting * ASM, RMAN, Data Guard * AWR reporting * OEM/cloud monitoring Hands-on experience with SQL Server administration, including: * T SQL development * Indexing and query tuning * Job management * Troubleshooting and performance optimization Working knowledge of infrastructure components supporting Oracle and SQL Server workloads (VMs, networking, storage, identity) Experience supporting modernization initiatives, schema optimization, stored procedures, query optimization, and data movement across Oracle and SQL Server environments Familiarity with automation and DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, PowerShell, Bash, or Python Understanding of cloud security principles, identity and access management, encryption, and access control IA Level: IATII Computing Environment: OCA18 or relevant certification from nationally recognized technical authority. ## Description Xcelerate Solutions is seeking an Application Database Administrator (DBA) to support the Defense Logistics Agency within the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). In this role, you will administer, tune, modernize, and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases across hybrid on-premises and cloud environments. You will ensure reliable data operations, optimize performance, and support modernization and migration initiatives that enhance mission-critical DoD procurement and financial systems., * Manage and maintain Oracle 19c/12c, PL/SQL, and SQL Server databases, schemas, configurations, and security controls across hybrid environments. * Perform performance tuning, diagnose issues, and support high-availability workloads for both Oracle and SQL Server platforms. * Implement and validate backup and recovery strategies, including Oracle RMAN, Data Guard, SQL Server backup/restore, and HA/DR configurations. * Support database refactoring, patching, upgrades, and migrations from on-premises Oracle/SQL Server environments and managed SQL Server VMs. * Collaborate with ETL, reporting, and data quality teams to ensure accurate and reliable data flows across multiple database platforms. * Monitor, log, automate, and secure Oracle and SQL Server workloads, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements. * Support batch processes, integrations, and application components interacting with multi-platform database environments. * Assist modernization initiatives including schema optimization, stored procedure refactoring, query optimization, and data movement across Oracle and SQL Server ecosystems. ## Related Videos - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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