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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # DBA - **Company:** DecisionPoint Corporation - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Cloud Engineering, Cluster Analysis, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Integrity, Data Recovery, Data Systems, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Database Storage Structures, Disaster Recovery, Failover, Internet Security, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, PostgreSQL, Local Security Policy, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Service Pack, Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Data Logging, Scripting, System Availability, Database Optimization, Indexer, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Relational Database Service, Information Technology, Database Backup, Database Installation, Cisco, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-database-administrator-dba--3c4c6117-2de3-4112-967d-547ea4793935 ## About the Role Clearance Requirement Must hold an active Top Secret clearance, supported by a Tier 5 background investigation. Education (Required) Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Database Administration, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline. Experience (Required) * Minimum 10 years of experience as a Database Administrator in enterprise environments. * Experience with installation, patching, configuration, performance tuning, and indexing optimization. * Experience implementing HA, clustering, replication, or failover strategies. * Experience supporting RMF security controls, particularly AU, AC, and SC families. * Experience with database backup, restore, and disaster recovery practices. * Experience applying STIGs, security settings, and DoD cybersecurity requirements. Technical Knowledge (Required) * Proficiency in relational database platforms (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL). * Strong SQL skills including query optimization and execution plan analysis. * Knowledge of database auditing, logging, encryption, and access control. * Familiarity with IL5 cloud database hosting patterns. * Experience using monitoring and performance analytics tools. Technical Knowledge (Preferred) * Experience with automation, scripting, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC). * Familiarity with cloud-native database services (AWS RDS, Aurora, etc.). * Experience supporting CI/CD database integration. Certifications Required: * CompTIA Security+ Preferred: * Oracle, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server vendor certifications * AWS Database Specialty or AWS Security certifications * CISSP or CCSP Skills * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex database issues. * Ability to manage high-availability environments and mission-critical data systems. * Clear written and verbal communication skills for technical coordination. * Strong attention to detail and commitment to secure, stable, and optimized database operations. * Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, distributed environment., Access Control, Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Auditing, CCSP - Cisco Certified Security Professional, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Corporate Policies, Cryptography, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Recovery, Database Administration, Database Backup, Database Optimization, Database Technology, Detail Oriented, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, EEO Regulations, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Failover, Genetics, High Availability, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Mentoring, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Operational Improvement, Operations Control, Oracle, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Modeling, Performance Tuning/Optimization, PostgreSQL, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Query Optimization, Regulations, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Replication and Remote Mirroring, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Patches, Software Development, Software Patches, State Laws and Regulations, Stored Procedures, Strategic Planning, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Vulnerability Scanners, Writing Skills ## Description DecisionPoint seeks a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to support secure, high-performance database operations within a large-scale federal and DoD-aligned mission environment. This role is responsible for enterprise database installation, patching, performance tuning, indexing design, high availability (HA) configurations, clustering, backup and recovery operations, and RMF control support across AU, AC, and SC control families. The Senior DBA ensures the security, integrity, and reliability of mission-critical data systems while working closely with application development, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to support IL5-compliant environments. This position is fully remote., The Senior Database Administrator (DBA) will: * Install, configure, and maintain enterprise database platforms across multiple environments. * Perform database patching, upgrades, schema updates, and configuration changes. * Design and optimize indexing strategies, query plans, and database structures to improve performance. * Implement and maintain High Availability (HA), clustering, replication, and failover capabilities. * Conduct performance tuning, diagnose bottlenecks, and resolve complex database issues. * Manage backup and recovery operations, ensuring data integrity and minimal downtime. * Support RMF security control families (AU, AC, SC) through logging, auditing, encryption, and access control configuration. * Apply STIGs, security patches, and DoD cybersecurity requirements to database systems. * Collaborate with developers on stored procedures, data modeling, and performance optimization. * Coordinate with cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities, scan results, and compliance artifacts. * Maintain operational documentation, configuration baselines, and database runbooks. * Provide technical support during deployments, release cycles, and environment refreshes. * Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to continuous improvement of database operations., * Pay Transparency Policy: In accordance with Presidential Executive Order 13665, DecisionPoint Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. * Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information: By expressing your interest and submitting your resume for this position, you authorize DecisionPoint Corporation to share your resume, as well as personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. 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