System Admin/Database Admin (DBA)

Peraton Inc
Fort Meade, MD, United States
9 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$135,000.0 - $216,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Artificial Intelligence Bash Shell Databases Linux Disaster Recovery PostgreSQL MongoDB Windows PowerShell SQL Databases Scripting Sysadmin
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Information Technology Cyber Warfare

Job description

Peraton seeks a System Admin/Database Admin (DBA) to support Department of War Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) with defensive cyberspace operations and AI support. In this role, you will administer systems and databases supporting DCDC analytic platforms, ensuring availability, security, and performance., * Administer Linux/Windows systems

  • Manage databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
  • Perform routine backups and recovery
  • Maintain system security and patching
  • Monitor logs for errors and intrusions
  • Support system scalability requirements

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD. Will consider Associates degree with 10 years of experience, or HS with 12 years of experience.
  • Strong Linux/Windows administration
  • Database administration experience
  • Backup and recovery procedures
  • Security hardening knowledge
  • Scripting skills (SQL, Bash, PowerShell)
  • Must obtain an IA certification such as CCNA, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, or CCSP within 60 days of hire.
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • DoD TS with ability to obtain/maintain SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Linux certifications and/or database certifications
  • 8 years of specific experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
  • IA certification such as CCNA, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, or CCSP

Benefits & conditions

Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

About the company

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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

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