Junior Database Administrator
Quantico, VA / Hybrid
Top Secret (TS) clearance required
Blu Omega is seeking a Junior Database Administrator to support a federal program focused on national security mission systems. This role operates within a hybrid operating environment and is responsible for secure database operations across mission application environments. The position requires experience supporting database administration and engineering functions within a mission-driven environment.
Program Overview
Program: Federal national security mission platform modernization and operations support
Mission overview: Support secure, reliable database operations for a federal mission platform
Key Details
Location: Quantico, VA (Hybrid; typically 2 days/week onsite; additional onsite may be required based on role needs)
Clearance: Active/Interim Top Secret (TS) clearance
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship is required as a precondition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Administer, engineer, monitor, and sustain database platforms supporting mission applications, workflow processing, reporting, integrations, and operational data needs
- Serve as a technical resource for Microsoft SQL Server administration/engineering and PostgreSQL
- Support schema management, indexing, query tuning, stored procedures/functions, backup and recovery, replication, capacity planning, and high availability
- Troubleshoot performance, connectivity, locking/blocking, job failures, query behavior, data integrity, permissions, and application-to-database issues
- Support database changes for releases, migrations, modernization events, environment refreshes, and transition from legacy to cloud-aligned capabilities
- Collaborate with application, cloud, DevSecOps, systems, QA, cybersecurity, and data teams to resolve defects and strengthen database reliability
- Support cloud-hosted database environments, preferably in AWS, including managed database services, storage, monitoring, access control, encryption, and resiliency considerations
- Maintain database documentation, data flow mappings, operational procedures, recovery steps, configuration details, and dependency records
- Monitor database health, capacity, availability, recoverability, data quality, and security posture
- Support secure database operations, including least-privilege access, audit logging, encryption considerations, vulnerability remediation, STIG alignment, RMF/ATO evidence, and compliance support
- Assist with reporting, analytics, data validation, and interface troubleshooting where database structures or data quality affect mission outcomes
Required Qualifications
- 0-4 years experience
- Active Top Secret clearance
- Current DoD 8570 compliance at the level required for the role
- U.S. citizenship
- Hands-on experience administering and engineering Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise environments
- Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL administration, performance tuning, and operational support
- Strong SQL skills, including query tuning, indexing strategy, execution plan analysis, stored procedures/functions, data integrity, and troubleshooting
- Experience with backup/recovery, availability, capacity planning, patching coordination, monitoring, and database operational support
- Familiarity with cloud computing environments; AWS experience preferred
- Ability to support database releases, migrations, schema changes, test data preparation, and production support in controlled environments
- Understanding of secure database operations in federal, DoD, intelligence, national security, or similarly sensitive environments
- Strong documentation, analytical, and cross-team communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting secure mission platforms involving industrial security, case management, compliance workflows, enterprise reporting, controlled submissions, or information exchange
- Experience with AWS RDS/Aurora, SQL Server on AWS, PostgreSQL on AWS, cloud migration, or hybrid database architectures
- Experience with database automation, scripting, monitoring, performance baselining, operational dashboards, and environment refresh processes
- Familiarity with RMF, ATO, STIGs, POA&Ms, vulnerability remediation, audit logging, and data protection requirements
- Experience supporting legacy database modernization, data refactoring, ETL/data movement, and application integration
- Certifications such as Security+ CE, Microsoft SQL Server/Azure database credentials, PostgreSQL certifications, AWS database/cloud certifications, or equivalent technical credentials
Compensation
Salary Range: 65,000 - 85,000
Final compensation is based on technical skills, experience, education, certifications, and clearance.
Blu Omega Benefits & Perks
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage through national providers
- 401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)
- Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options
- Short-term disability (company-paid) and long-term disability options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support and mental health resources
- Telehealth and virtual care options available through medical plans
- Pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection options
- Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees
- Paid federal holidays for salaried employees
- Access to wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits
- Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, employment status, and program requirements.
Company Overview
Blu Omega is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies and enterprise clients nationwide. Headquartered in Ashburn, VA, we support mission-critical programs across civilian and defense sectors, including health, national security, and regulatory environments.
We partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support. Our teams are experienced operating within federal contracting environments, supporting task orders, recompetes, and programs requiring cleared personnel and compliant delivery.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
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