Database Administrator - TS/SCI Polygraph
Listed on 2026-02-16
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IT/Tech
Data Engineer, Database Administrator
Job Qualifications
bData Integrity, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle
Job DetailsType of
Requisition :
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other
Required:
None
Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations
Skills:
Data Integrity, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle
Certifications:
None
Experience:
6+ years of related experience
US Citizenship
Required:
Yes
Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Database Administrator supporting customer activities. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. As a Database Administrator, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on you joining our highly skilled team to lead day-to‑day operations and drive our mission to be a premier provider of IT operations excellence to the customer.
We deliver comprehensive IT service management across multiple fabrics and centers, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. We have a responsibility to ensure operational IT capabilities provide our client with the timeliness, accuracy and reliability they demand from all our highly professional roles. Be the change, lead our change – join us!
- Administer, monitor, and maintain both Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases across production and development environments
- Perform routine database maintenance tasks including backups, patches, tuning, and upgrades
- Design, implement, and optimize database schemas, stored procedures, and indexing strategies for performance and scalability
- Ensure data integrity, availability, and security, complying with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
- Collaborate with application developers and system administrators to integrate backend data solutions
- Troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues, including query optimization and locking conflicts
- Implement and maintain disaster recovery and high availability solutions such as Data Guard, Always On, or failover clustering
- Create and maintain documentation related to database design, configuration, and procedures
- Strong proficiency with PL/SQL, T-SQL, and scripting languages (e.g., Power Shell or Bash)
- Familiar with database monitoring and automation tools (e.g., OEM, SQL Server Management Studio, Redgate, Solar Winds)
- Experience with cloud-based database platforms (e.g., Azure SQL, AWS RDS) is a big plus
- Understanding of data warehousing, ETL processes, and business intelligence tools is desirable
- Excellent communication and documentation skills; able to explain database concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Analytical thinker with a commitment to best practices, quality, and continuous improvement
- Education:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or possess an advanced degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, IT Management, Engineering, Data Science) - Required Experience:
6+ years of directly related professional work experience - Required
Certifications:
Oracle Certified DBA and Microsoft SQL Server Certification - Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active polygraph
- Location:
Tysons, VA – On Customer Site
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
The likely salary range for this position is $138,063 - $186,791. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Working ConditionsScheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Travel Required:
Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA, VA – Tysons Corner
Our benefits package for all U.S.
-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k)…
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