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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Administrator, Intermediate - **Company:** the Naval Nuclear Laboratory - **Location:** Niskayuna, NY, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $78,700 - $120,500 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Databases, System Configuration, Database Development, Database Security, Oracle Data Guard, Disaster Recovery, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Windows Servers, Routing, Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Query Optimization, Server Administration, Scripting, Database Optimization, Reliability of Systems, Database Performance, Database Migration - **Published:** November 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/database-administrator-intermediate-niskayuna-ny--d3c763a7-401b-4b46-86fa-4acb926e4332 ## About the Role Database Administration, Training/Teaching, Vehicle Fleets, Nuclear Reactor, Safety/Work Safety, United States Navy (USN), Oracle Database, Database Administration, Database Technology, Technical Support, * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or * Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience. Preferred Skills * Minimum two (2) years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server database environments. * Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and supporting SQL Server databases in production environments. * Working knowledge of PostgreSQL and/or Oracle database administration. * Experience with Azure SQL Database or Azure SQL Managed Instance. * Experience monitoring database health, capacity, and performance. * Experience troubleshooting database performance issues, query optimization, indexing strategies, and resource utilization. * Experience developing automation solutions using PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages. * Understanding of Windows Server administration and supporting infrastructure technologies. * Experience supporting highly regulated, government, research, or security-focused environments. * Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation and operational procedures. ## Description Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!, The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking a Database Administrator to join their team! The newest team member is responsible for the administration, maintenance, monitoring, security, and performance optimization of enterprise database systems. This position provides operational and technical support primarily for Microsoft SQL Server environments while also supporting PostgreSQL and Oracle database platforms. The Database Administrator works closely with application owners, infrastructure teams, cybersecurity personnel, and business stakeholders to ensure the availability, integrity, and reliability of critical business data systems., The successful candidate will possess strong SQL Server administration experience and working knowledge of PostgreSQL and/or Oracle database technologies. The candidate should be comfortable supporting multiple database platforms in a dynamic production environment while maintaining a focus on system reliability, security, and operational excellence. * Responsibilities Include: * Administer, maintain, and monitor Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Oracle database environments. * Install, configure, upgrade, patch, and troubleshoot database management systems and related components. * Monitor database availability, performance, capacity, and health utilizing established tools and processes. * Design, implement, and maintain database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions. * Perform database restores and validate recovery procedures through routine testing. * Analyze and resolve database performance issues through query optimization, indexing strategies, and system tuning. * Support high availability solutions including SQL Server Always On Availability Groups, PostgreSQL replication, Oracle Data Guard, or equivalent technologies. * Manage database security including account administration, role-based access controls, encryption, auditing, and compliance requirements. * Develop and maintain automation scripts and processes to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual administration tasks. * Support application deployments, database migrations, schema modifications, and integration projects. * Collaborate with application developers, infrastructure engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and business stakeholders to design and support database solutions. * Maintain accurate technical documentation including system configurations, standard operating procedures, recovery processes, and architecture diagrams. * Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and problem resolution activities. * Assist with capacity planning, lifecycle management, and long-term database strategy initiatives. * Provide after-hours support as needed.