Senior Database Architect

CACI International • Ashburn, VA

1d • $103,800 - $218,100 • Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking a Senior Database Architect for the Global Mission Operations Support (GMOS) contract, supporting the Department of State. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance national security through advanced IT solutions. You will collaborate with experienced professionals in an innovative environment, guiding a high-performing team to deliver excellence. The GMOS contract aims to provide world-class IT support by modernizing and maintaining applications and infrastructure using an integrated IT Service Management approach. Join us to make a meaningful impact on a program of national importance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree + 8 years of experience in related fields, such as database architecture, database administration, data architecture, enterprise architecture, or database engineering at enterprise scale; equivalencies considered.
• Active Secret Clearance
• Proven experience with enterprise-scale database architecture, designing large relational databases, and developing database strategies for complex, distributed environments supporting 10,000+ users
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing complex database architecture projects, leading technical teams, and coordinating architecture initiatives across distributed enterprise environments
• Expert-level proficiency with relational database management systems including Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL with deep understanding of database architecture principles
• Excellent leadership abilities with proven experience planning and leading database architecture initiatives, functioning as a subject matter expert, and supervising database teams

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of State
• Advanced professional certifications such as Oracle Certified Master (OCM), Oracle Database Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• Expertise in Oracle Exadata engineered systems, Oracle RAC, Oracle Data Guard, SQL Server Always On architectures, and cloud database platforms (Oracle Cloud, AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database)

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of comprehensive strategies for enterprise database systems establishing architectural standards and governance frameworks across 350+ facilities
• Design and construct large-scale relational databases supporting mission-critical CA operations for 40,000+ users worldwide, developing data models, schema designs, and indexing strategies
• Design comprehensive server and storage filer infrastructure leveraging modern technologies including software-defined storage, all-flash arrays, and cloud storage solutions
• Design enterprise backup services including off-site redundant backup storage, geographically distributed backup repositories, and comprehensive audit processes ensuring data protection
• Integrate new database systems with existing infrastructure ensuring seamless interoperability and optimal system performance while supporting modernization initiatives
• Design backup and restoration infrastructure utilizing modern platforms including Oracle RMAN, enterprise backup solutions, and cloud backup services
• Lead coordination with DT via DT/EA/CST governance forums ensuring all DNS implementations, database naming conventions, and network configurations conform to DOS infrastructure standards
• Develop comprehensive database architecture documentation including entity-relationship diagrams, data flow diagrams, architecture decision records, and design specifications
• Conduct database architecture reviews, performance assessments, and capacity planning analysis for existing and proposed database systems
• Serve as technical expert and mentor for database teams, providing architectural guidance on complex database challenges and driving innovation in database technologies

Benefits

• flexible time off benefit
• robust learning resources
• competitive compensation
• benefits and learning and development opportunities
• comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior