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# Senior Database Administrator

- **Company:** Mantech International Corporation
- **Location:** Virginia Beach, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Databases, Data Security, Database Design, Database Encryption, Database Storage Structures, DevOps, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Snowflake, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3467382254&tx=VT6661TTV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree (4 years of experience can be substituted for a degree)
 * Nine (9) Years of information technology experience
 * Two (2) Years of managerial experience with DoD efforts, * Master of Science Degree in Information Technology or related field.
 * Familiarity with the United States Navy preferred.
 * Experience with NSWC Corona RS Division and NCTE

Clearance Requirements

 * Must have a current/active Secret Clearance.

Physical Requirements

 * 10% travel anticipated.
 * Work will require movement from ManTech Site to Government for client meetings and support functions.
 * The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which involve delivering presentations.

## Description

* Database Design & Architecture: Develop and maintain complex database structures, schemas, and models (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Snowflake).
 * Performance Optimization: Proactively monitor, tune, and index databases for optimal speed and reliability, including query optimization.
 * Automation & Infrastructure: Build and manage database infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and develop automation tools to minimize manual work and downtime.
 * Production Support & Security: Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for incidents, manage database upgrades, and implement security measures, including database encryption and access control.
 * Collaboration: Work with developers, DevOps, and data scientists to design efficient, scalable, and secure data solutions.