Database Administrator

Avum Inc.

Agoura Hills (CA)

Hybrid

USD 125,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

401(k)

PTO

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Avum Inc. is looking for a Database Administrator to manage enterprise database systems supporting government applications. You will ensure database health, performance, security, and compliance through proactive monitoring and optimization.

The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience, strong skills in Oracle and SQL Server, and must be able to work in a hybrid environment. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

10+ years of database administration experience.
Strong expertise in performance tuning and high availability.
Experience with database security and STIG compliance.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain database health across production and development environments.
Perform proactive database maintenance including tuning and optimization.
Design and implement database schemas and data models.

Skills

Database administration

Performance tuning

Security compliance

Backup and recovery procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

Job description

Manages and maintains enterprise database systems supporting Avum's government applications. Ensures database health, performance, security, and compliance through proactive monitoring, patching, and optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain database health across production and development environments
Perform proactive database maintenance including tuning, optimization, and capacity planning
Apply security patches and ensure database compliance with STIG requirements
Design and implement database schemas, data models, and migration strategies
Manage database backup, recovery, and disaster preparedness procedures
Support development teams with database design, query optimization, and troubleshooting
Maintain database documentation and runbooks

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $125,000 – $170,000 annually, with a target midpoint of $148,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and geographic location. Avum offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical (Cigna), dental and vision (Principal), 401(k), PTO, education reimbursement, and certification reimbursement.

Hybrid/remote work environment with potential on-site requirements based on contract needs
Security clearance: Active Secret clearance required or ability to obtain
Background investigation required

Avum, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Avum is committed to compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, and maintains an active Affirmative Action Plan.

Required Qualifications