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# Database Management Specialist-Senior

- **Company:** ESM, Inc
- **Location:** Vienna, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Databases, Database Security, Oracle Databases, Database Performance
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us3468a4c21feba450339796888d334278

## About the Role

scripting, and creation and modification of tables, views, indexes, and other database objects.Ability to manage database user access, security controls, and account administration while maintaining compliance with organizational security requirements.Skill in database performance monitoring, analysis, and optimization, including use of Oracle AWR reports to identify performance issues and recommend improvements.Ability to troubleshoot and resolve database-related application issues, errors, and performance problems while coordinating effectively with application and DBA infrastructure teams.Knowledge of database security and compliance practices, including researching, documenting, and remediating STIG findings and supporting approved Oracle database upgrades.Desired KSABe a positive, self-motivated, and proactive person with the ability to adapt to change and tolerate stressful situationsCandidate must communicate effectively with team members, team lead, management, and government
customerMust have the ability and desire to research and develop creative solutions to unique problems with minimal supervisionMinimum Training, Education, and CertificationsFive (5) years of relevant experienceAbility to run Automated Workload Repository (AWR) reportsIAT-II requires one of the following current certifications: CND, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security + CE, or SSCPAzure Database AdministratorMinimum ClearanceSecretPhysical RequirementsRequired to stand, walk and sit; communicate verbally both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.Physical demands associated with this position include extensive walking (including stairs) throughout offices and between buildings. May require
use of public transportation, personal or Government vehicle to drive to local and/or remote office locations.Additional RequirementsOther duties as assignedESM provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identification or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.



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