Database Administrator

Database AdministratorABSC has an exciting opening for you, our next Database Administrator to play a critical role on the DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP) Program where we support our client's mission to centralize and standardize Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination (TCPED) of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) across the DoD and IC enterprise. We integrate off the shelf and newly development software to sustain and enhance the TCPED platform. We leverage cloud-based computing, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and cross-domain transfer systems to provide cutting edge data exploitation, enrichment, triage, and analytics capabilities to Defense and Intelligence Community members. DTP advances the state of the art in mission-focused big data analytics tools and micro-service development spanning the breadth of Agile sprints to multiyear research and development cycles. While most work is conducted on-site at our client location in Bethesda, MD, we offer a flexible schedule and, occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely.Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and challenging environment and possess a solid understanding of the software development life cycle all while working within an Agile framework.Security clearance required for this role: An Active TS/SCI with ability/willingness to obtain a CI polygraph is required.Responsibilities:Collaborate and work with a diverse group of engineers in developing solutions for extracting, transforming and loading (ETL) heterogeneous datasetsAdminister, maintain, upgrade, and optimize databases to address technical debtDesign, maintain, and improve database schemas and data modelsParticipate in engineering design sessions to understand dependencies and interactions with POSTMAN data storesDocument database design, implementation and interactions with other systemsDefine formats and structure for data exports/importsDefine APIs to share data; identifying endpoints, authentication, authorization, segmentation, structure, and formatManage multiple database instances and interactions to insure data consistency across the POSTMAN platformSupport CI/CD automation, code promotion, and deployment operationsParticipate in daily scrums and program increment planning sessionsRequirements:Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of relevant experience or Master's Degree with 6 years of relevant experience or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degreePossess a DoD TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a DoD TS/SCI with PolygraphAbility to obtain Privileged User Account (PUA); must have Security+ and cloud certifications to quality for access3+ year administering databases including but not limited to: SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle3+ years of database scripting using interface tools that include command line interfaces3+ years of hands-on experience in designing database schema, data models (Relational, Entity-Relationship, Object-based, etc.) and performance tuningExperience with administrating databases both on-premises and on the cloud platformsExperience with monitoring database health and developing solutions to mitigate risks of performance and Service-level Agreements (SLAs)Experience working with a highly technical team and in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentExperience segregating data access through record locking or other solutionsExperience documenting and implementing security controls; providing POAMs for vulnerabilities and security findingsExperience managing multiple database instances across environmentsExperience managing multiple data connections and interfacesCertified AWS Cloud PractitionerDesired Skills:You will wow us even more if you have some of these:Highly Desired - Familiarity with data integration with Postgres SQL and ElasticsearchHighly Desired - Familiarity with PSQL CLI and open-source Postgres GUIHighly Desired – Familiarity with AWS S3Highly Desired – Familiarity with Appian and SAILCertifications in RDBMS and/or NoSQL DatabasesExperience with Agile software development (Scrum, SAFe)Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps and CI/CD implementationExperience with Elasticsearch Kibana in developing visualizations/dashboards and conducting analysesExperience with other database systems (Relational / Graph / NoSQL) and data modelsExperience with Python, JSON, or JavaExperience with Intelligence Community data productsAWS Cloud Associate Certifications in at least one of the following: Developer; Data Engineer, CloudOps Engineer, Solutions ArchitectSalary is commensurate with education and years' experience. Salary range for this requisition is: $125,000-$235k annual.ABSC is a technology and services company that combines the agility of a small business with proven processes refined over more than two decades in business. We specialize in supporting public sector clients in the Intelligence, Defense, Health, and Safety areas. Our team stands ready to deliver the next generation of programs, personnel, and solutions to help advance our federal government customers' driving innovation, agility, and security across all mission areas.Some of our benefits include:Generous PTO plus 11 Federal HolidaysRetirement Planning – 401k Fully Vested with MatchAnnual Health and Wellness Allowance – buy an Apple Watch, a treadmill, or hit the gym on usCareer Development – Annual Funds to spend on Education and TrainingVolunteer Time Off – Annually, all employees can spend 8 hours directly supporting a charity of choiceCharitable Match – ABSC matches an employee's donation to a qualifying charityReferral Program – We pay for internal and external referrals!LOV Awards – Earn bonus awards throughout the year from our Living Our Values awards programApply to join our team today! We are always looking to grow our team - if you know someone who is seeking a new career opportunity, please share this job opening with them. ABSC offers generous external referral bonuses. You don't need to be an employee to benefit from our Referral Program.*ABSC is a proud V3, Virginia Values Vets, member which recognizes our commitment to hiring Veterans. If you are a veteran, please be sure to include that in your application.Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.