Database Administrator; Washington, DC

Application Database Administrator (Washington, DC)

Salary Range: $103,900 - $126,000 per year

Ops Tech Alliance is looking for an Application Database Administrator to take ownership of the databases that power mission‑critical application systems. In this role, you’ll manage, maintain, and optimize databases to ensure they’re secure, reliable, and scalable – whether running in the cloud or hybrid environments.

You’ll work closely with system architects and development teams to align database solutions with application goals and security requirements. If you enjoy solving complex data challenges, ensuring smooth performance, and building systems that support real‑world missions, this role offers the chance to make a direct impact.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

• Administer, maintain, and optimize relational databases (e.g., Oracle, Postgre
  
  SQL) supporting modernized and legacy applications
• Work closely with application developers and system architects to ensure effective database design and integration
• Implement and maintain security measures in accordance with DoD and IC compliance frameworks
• Monitor database performance, perform tuning, backups, and disaster recovery procedures
• Develop and maintain data models, queries, stored procedures, scripts, and documentation
• Troubleshoot and resolve database‑related issues, including availability, integrity, and latency

• TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with relational database administration
• Strong SQL skills and familiarity with performance tuning, indexing, and database optimization
• Experience with database security and data compliance frameworks
• Familiarity with database support in cloud environments (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL)

• Experience with cloud‑native databases and No
  
  SQL technologies
• Certifications such as Oracle DBA, AWS Database Specialty, or Microsoft Azure Database Administrator Associate
• Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community projects
• Knowledge of data warehousing and ETL processes

Ops Tech Alliance (OTA) was founded by former National Security and Special Operations professionals with over 100 years of combined experience, and was formed with a singular focus: to bridge the gap between operations and technology to enable mission success. We are a certified Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Work‑Life Balance

Our employees have achieved incredible things working on some of the most important technology and security projects in locations around the world to safeguard national security. We focus on hiring top talent and we want you to join our team.

OTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This is a full time position.