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Sr. Database Administrator I (6819)

MetroStar
Location
Washington, DC
Posted
17 days ago
Department
USG-1-TO7
Salary
$138,000 - $184,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience administering enterprise SQL databases
  • 3+ years of hands-on PostgreSQL database administration experience in production environments
  • Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining PostgreSQL high-availability solutions
  • Experience managing database security controls
What the job really is

As a Sr. Database Administrator I, you will be part of a team that designs, maintains, secures, and optimizes database environments for federal government applications. Your responsibilities will include administering both on-premises and cloud database systems, developing SQL queries, implementing data governance policies, and ensuring high levels of customer trust through innovative solutions.

Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Parental Leave and dependent care
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is broad and depends on qualifications and experience
  • Active security clearance is a strict requirement
  • The role involves working with mission-critical database environments for the federal government, which may come with high expectations and pressure.
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