Database Administrator (Mid or Senior)

WOOD Federal Solutions•Annapolis Junction, MD

6d•$160,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

WOOD Federal Solutions is hiring a mid- or senior-level Database Administrator to support a large, complex, mission-focused operational environment where database performance, security, and reliability are critical. The role administers enterprise database platforms including Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cassandra, and MongoDB, helping maintain secure and highly available environments through patching, vulnerability remediation, recovery support, scripting, and performance-focused administration. The position combines database administration with security and compliance responsibilities, including implementing and maintaining DISA STIGs, reviewing SRG requirements, supporting RMF and ATO activities, managing IAVA-related updates, and collaborating with ISSOs and technical teams. The administrator troubleshoots database issues, performs recovery actions, develops and modifies scripts, executes SQL and PL/SQL queries, and helps ensure database platforms remain secure, compliant, stable, and ready to support mission needs. The role is full-time, day shift, and onsite in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, with no telework. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and possess a TS/SCI security clearance with an appropriate polygraph. The annual salary range is $160,000 to $190,000; starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience and increases based on education and/or experience.

Requirements

At least 5 years of demonstrated experience as a Database Administrator.
At least 5 years of Oracle Database Administration experience.
In-depth experience implementing and maintaining database security controls.
In-depth experience applying Oracle CPU patches, IAVA patches, and patches for other database products.
In-depth experience with Linux security as it relates to Oracle databases.
In-depth experience troubleshooting and resolving database problems and issues.
Hands-on experience installing, configuring, and upgrading RDBMS software.
Experience with procedural languages such as PL/SQL.
Must be a U.S. citizen and possess a TS/SCI security clearance with an appropriate polygraph.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and at least eight years of relevant experience.
Experience with real-time, highly available data replication technologies such as Oracle Data Guard, Oracle Streams, Oracle GoldenGate, or Sybase Replication Server.
Experience with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and/or as a member of an Agile team.
Extensive, in-depth database knowledge, primarily Oracle, as well as relational and non-relational/NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL and MongoDB.
Experience using Oracle SQL/PLSQL and SQL in general.
Experience with MongoDB and/or Cassandra.

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain DISA STIGs for Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cassandra, and/or MongoDB platforms.
Perform vulnerability scans, analyze findings, and remediate security weaknesses.
Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and contribute to Authority to Operate (ATO) packages.
Conduct routine security readiness reviews and document Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) items.
Collaborate with Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) to validate and report compliance.
Review database SRGs and/or STIGs as updates are released and report changes that may have significant impact.
Assess the impact and risk of submitted change requests before implementation and participate in meetings providing cyber oversight for web changes that affect risk levels.
Perform system updates and Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) patching.
Troubleshoot and resolve database problems.
Perform database recovery actions.
Modify existing database scripts to enhance systems support and create new scripts for recurring database issues.
Develop and execute SQL queries for routine and ad hoc requests.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) plan with company match.
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
Training, certifications, and continued professional growth opportunities.
Workplace flexibility where permitted by position, customer, security, and mission requirements.
Employee assistance and wellness programs, including available fitness-related benefits and discounts.

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