Systems Administrator

Job Title: Network Management Systems (NMS) Database Admin Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Continental US The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced NMS DBA Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, optimizing, and maintaining the databases that support our network management systems, ensuring high performance, availability, and security of critical network data. Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain database structures for network management systems Optimize database performance through indexing, query tuning, and schema design Develop and maintain data models that support network inventory, performance, and fault management Implement and manage database backup, recovery, and data migration procedures Plan and implement database upgrades, patches, and maintenance schedules. Monitor database health, performance, and capacity, proactively addressing potential issues Design and implement data integration and ETL processes between NMS and other enterprise systems Ensure data integrity and consistency across multiple NMS databases Develop and maintain database security policies and access controls Collaborate with network engineers and application developers to support NMS functionality Troubleshoot complex database issues and perform root cause analysis Implement automation scripts for routine database maintenance tasks Evaluate and recommend new database technologies and tools for NMS Mentor junior database administrators and provide technical guidance to the team Develop and maintain documentation for database structures, procedures, and best practices Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience 10+ years of related work experience TS/SCI with Poly required Expert knowledge of database management systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MariaDB/MySQL) Strong SQL skills and experience with database performance tuning Familiarity with network management platforms and their data requirements (e.g., Riverbed, SolarWinds, Network Node Manager) Experience with large-scale databases and high-volume data processing Knowledge of data modeling and normalization techniques Familiarity with database monitoring tools (e.g., pgAdmin, Prometheus, Grafana). Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, Shell scripting) Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Experience with database high availability and disaster recovery solutions Desired Qualifications Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) Familiarity with containerization and microservices architectures Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Understanding of machine learning and AI applications in network management Pay Range The proposed salary range for this position is: $131,800 - $290,000 CAC I is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr