Senior Level Database Engineer (DBA)

We are seeking a Senior-Level Database Administrator (DBA) to support mission and business-critical systems by designing maintaining and securing enterprise this role youll apply deep technical expertise to ensure data availability performance integrity and securitywhile mentoring junior staff and supporting database projects across the organization.

This position is ideal for a seasoned DBA who enjoys hands-on technical work problem-solving at scale and supporting high-impact missions.

What Youll Do

As a Senior DBA you will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of databases supporting operational and mission needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with users and technical teams to identify database requirements and implement effective data storage solutions.

• Design build test and maintain database systems including schema design indexing and file organization.

• Monitor and optimize database performance across supported platforms.

• Plan implement and manage database security including access controls data integrity backups and recovery strategies.

• Administer user roles permissions and security policies in compliance with organizational and mission requirements.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance on Database Management Systems (DBMS).

• Coordinate database changes testing and implementation activities.

• Support and manage database-related projects and initiatives.

• Oversee and mentor mid-level and junior DBAs ensuring best practices and technical excellence.

• Ensure databases meet availability reliability and security standards.

This position is fully onsite in Chantilly VA

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering Computer Science Information Technology Management Information Systems or a related STEM field. 12 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• 12 years experience in database administration supporting enterprise or mission systems.

• Experience administering databases in Unix Windows and AWS environments.

• Strong understanding of database performance tuning backup and recovery and security best practices.

• Meets DoD 8140 foundational requirements for a System Administrator with Intermediate proficiency.

• One or more of the following certifications:

  • IBM Certified Advanced Database Administrator DB2 10.1 (Linux Unix Windows)

  • IBM Certified Database Administrator DB2 10.1 (Linux Unix Windows)

  • Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional

  • Oracle MySQL 5.6 Database Administrator Certified Professional

  • MCSA: SQL Server 2012

  • MCSE: Data Platform Solutions

• TS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a poly.

Desired Qualifications

• Masters degree in Engineering Computer Science Information Technology Management Information Systems or a related STEM field.

• Previous experience supporting government or industry programs in a Database Administration role.

• Strong proficiency with Linux (RHEL 8.x) and Windows operating systems including system builds configuration patching and troubleshooting.

• Advanced scripting and programming skills using PowerShell Bash and Python with familiarity in R C/C C# HTML and Java.

• Experience using Git for configuration management version control and code review workflows.

• Experience supporting secure high-availability or mission-critical database environments.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.