Senior Database Administrator III (DBA) - Secret Clearance| Riverside, CA

Senior Database Administrator III (DBA)–SecretClearance|Riverside, CA

Cambridge International Systems, Inc.

We are currently seeking aSenior Database Administrator IIIto support operations inRiverside, CA,with an opportunity to travel to locations such asAguadilla, Puerto Rico.

This position is contingent on contract award, with an expected start dateinSeptember 1st, 2026.

This is a full-time, CONUS/OCONUSposition requiring an activeDoDSecretclearance.

The base salary range for this role is$111,000 to $160,000annually, depending on geographic location and experience. The final offer will be based on relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and market data.

What You’ll Do

As aSenior Database Administrator, you will play a critical role in designing, building, securing, and operating software solutions that support mission success and operational excellence across Federal Government organizations. Seeking a Senior Database Administrator III to provide full-time, on-site support to the CBP Air and Marine Operations Center. This role is responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing database environments that support C4I systems, AMOSS, ISR platforms, and associated mission applications, ensuring data availability, integrity, security, and performance in alignment with operational requirements.

• Administer,maintain, andoptimizedatabase systems supporting AMOSS, ISR, and C4I environments
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning and optimization strategies
• Ensure data integrity, availability, and security across all database platforms
• Perform database installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades
• Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning and execution
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in mission-critical environments
• Manage database access controls and ensure compliance with security requirements
• Support integration of databases with applications, systems, and data sources
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to support system enhancements and data requirements
• Develop andmaintaindatabase documentation, procedures, and standards
• Support data migration, replication, and synchronization efforts
• Ensure compliance with configuration management and change control processes

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; experience may substitute
• 10 years of relevant work experience

Technical Expertise

• Experience supporting maintenance and sustainment of C4I, AMOSS, or ISR systems in operational environments
• Experience troubleshooting complex system issues across hardware, software, and network components
• Experience working with mission equipment, maintenance tools, and COTS systems
• Experience using diagnostic and test equipment toidentifyand resolve system faults
• Demonstrated understanding of operational requirements and ability to apply technical procedures in mission environments
• Administering enterprise-level database systems in operational environments
• Performing database performance tuning, optimization, and troubleshooting
• Managing backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes
• Supporting database security, access controls, and compliance requirements

Certifications

• Must have a current and active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Proficient with modern IT tools and infrastructure technologies
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Project management tools such as MS Project or equivalent
• Collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint

Travel & Passport

• Travel, both CONUS and OCONUSby motor vehicle and/or air travelmay berequired; some overnight stays possible.
• OCONUS locations include:
• AguadillaandPuerto Rico
• Must have an activepassportto supportOCONUS travel and/or living requirements.

Work Environment

• Compliance with vaccination and medical requirements for TDY/OCONUS roles as per Vaccine Recommendations by AOR | Health.mil.
• This position requiresworking in a stressful environment, dealing with conflict, working under pressure and with strict deadlines,focusand attention to detail

Office Setting

• Primarily an office-based role inRiverside, CA
• Standard desk/computer work with flexibility for walking and movement on site.
• Must be able to work in an office environment, sitting at a desk, looking at a computerformost ofthe workday.
• Work is physically comfortable; the employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.
• May berequiredto travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site.

Background & Security

• Employment is contingent uponsuccessfulbackground investigation
• Alcohol andDrug screening may berequiredfor federal contract compliance

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illnessinsurance
• 401(k)immediate vesting and match
• Paidtime off andcompanyholidays
• Generous tuition & trainingsupport
• Relocationassistance
• Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
• Employee referral program
• Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more

Legal Statements

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. Selected applicantsmay be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal, state, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact our Recruiting Team at View email address on click.appcast.io.