Database Administrator Security Clearance

Position: Database Administrator with Security Clearance
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a is currently seeking a Database Administrator (Intermediate) - SQL Server/PostgreSQL to support mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) information systems based in Suffolk, Virginia . This is a full-time onsite position supporting enterprise database environments that underpin operational and business applications. As a Database Administrator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security, availability, performance, and reliability of Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL environments while supporting cybersecurity compliance, disaster recovery planning, and modernization initiatives within a high-visibility mission environment.

Key Responsibilities
* Administer, maintain, monitor, and support enterprise Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL database environments.
* Ensure database availability, reliability, integrity, confidentiality, and performance across multiple production environments.
* Perform database installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management activities.
* Design, implement, and maintain backup and recovery solutions, replication technologies, and disaster recovery capabilities.
* Monitor database performance and implement tuning and optimization strategies to maintain operational efficiency.
* Configure and support high-availability technologies including Always On Availability Groups, clustering, failover solutions, and replication.
* Implement and maintain database security controls, auditing mechanisms, and access management processes.
* Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance activities and cybersecurity initiatives.
* Apply and maintain DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and remediate identified vulnerabilities.
* Develop and maintain database maintenance plans, standard operating procedures, technical documentation, and system configurations.
* Collaborate with system administrators, cybersecurity teams, developers, and stakeholders to support mission requirements.
* Troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues, outages, incidents, and operational problems.
* Participate in change management, configuration management, and software release activities.
* Provide after-hours support during maintenance windows and operational emergencies as required.
* Serve as a technical leader by mentoring team members, establishing best practices, and providing guidance on database architecture, security, and performance. Requirements
* Active Secret Clearance Required Certifications (IAT Level II) One of the following certifications is required:
* CompTIA Security+
* CompTIA CySA+
* CCNA Security
* GICSP
* GSEC
* SSCP Required Experience
* Bachelors Degree in IT related field
* Minimum of five (5) years supporting and administering enterprise database environments.
* Experience supporting Microsoft SQL Server production environments.
* Experience supporting PostgreSQL production environments.
* Experience managing database backup and recovery operations.
* Experience with performance monitoring, optimization, and capacity planning.
* Experience implementing database security controls and access management.
* Experience supporting highly available and mission-critical systems.
* Demonstrated technical leadership experience including mentoring team members and guiding database initiatives. Compensation:
* Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000 depending on experience
* Full Benefits Include:

* Medical Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* 401(k)
* Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Sick Leave (where required by law) This job opens for applications on 9/1/2026. Applications for this position will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. #LI-CB1 #LI-ONSITE .