Cleared Onsite Database Administrator (4663)

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Washington, DC FedCiv & SLG

SMX is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support a federal law enforcement client by owning the optimization of relational database environments and driving greater efficiency across the current data stack. This role will design, implement, and maintain secure, high-performance SQL-based databases, while enhancing and optimizing ETL pipelines to improve reliability and scalability. The successful candidate will collaborate with data engineers and analysts to ensure consistent, performant, and secure database operations in support of mission-critical analytics.

This is a full-time position requiring on-site work five days a week at a client’s office in Washington, D.C. An active Top Secret SCI clearance is mandatory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

  • Own the optimization and administration of relational databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL) to ensure security, performance, and availability.
  • Enhance and optimize ETL pipelines, improving throughput, reliability, and maintainability of data flows.
  • Tune and configure databases for performance as business requirements evolve and upstream system changes are introduced.
  • Implement and manage database monitoring, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
  • Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to align database structures with data modeling, analytics, and visualization requirements.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of the current database and ETL stack.
  • Support Agile development teams by adapting to evolving requirements and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills:  

  • 10+ years of experience in database administration with SQL and relational database platforms.
  • Expertise in relational database administration (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL).
  • Strong understanding of data management best practices.
  • Advanced SQL skills and demonstrated experience in performance tuning and optimization.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS RDS and AWS Data Migration Service (DMS).
  • Proficiency in ETL pipeline design, management, and optimization.
  • Experience with Apache Airflow or similar data orchestration frameworks.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, Statistics, Engineering, or related field.

Desired Skills/Experience:

  • Experience with Python scripting for database and ETL automation.
  • Experience contributing to long-term database architecture planning and modernization strategies.

 

   **This position requires five days a week on site at customer location in Washington DC.

 Application deadline 10-31-2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:
$114,600—$192,500 USD

 

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

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