Database Administrator

Manages and maintains enterprise database systems supporting Avum’s government applications. Ensures database health, performance, security, and compliance through proactive monitoring, patching, and optimization., * Monitor and maintain database health across production and development environments

• Perform proactive database maintenance including tuning, optimization, and capacity planning

• Apply security patches and ensure database compliance with STIG requirements

• Design and implement database schemas, data models, and migration strategies

• Manage database backup, recovery, and disaster preparedness procedures

• Support development teams with database design, query optimization, and troubleshooting

• Maintain database documentation and runbooks

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field

• 10+ years of database administration experience (Oracle, SQL Server)

• Strong expertise in performance tuning, backup/recovery, and high availability

• Active Secret clearance

• U.S. citizenship required

• Experience with database security and STIG compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)

• AWS database certifications

• Experience with MarkLogic or NoSQL databases

• Scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $170,000 annually, with a target midpoint of $148,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and geographic location. Avum offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical (Cigna), dental and vision (Principal), 401(k), PTO, education reimbursement, and certification reimbursement.