Database Administrator

SAIC (Science Applications Int.) • Washington, DC

79d • $80,001 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SAIC is seeking Database Administrators to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical and administrative support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS. This position will be located in the National Capital Region. Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• One of the following certifications: CompTIA Security+, Cloud+, SecurityX/ CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, or GSEC
• Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 14 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
• Advanced database management, performance tuning, data integrity, backup and recovery operations, high-level maintenance and upgrades, and compliance auditing
• Proficiency with various DBMS, familiarity with operating systems, and experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Oversees the strategy, deployment, and management of complex, high-security database systems within MARS
• Conducts advanced troubleshooting and performance optimization
• Leads disaster recovery planning and execution to ensure data availability
• Develops and enforces strict database policies and best practices
• Provides expert mentorship to junior database administrators
• Coordinates with IT teams to integrate database solutions within broader MARS systems
• Keeps current with emerging database technologies and trends to drive continuous improvements

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees