Database Administrator

Systems Planning & Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Database Administrator to manage and optimize databases supporting critical DoD applications.

You will handle installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security across environments, collaborating with developers and analysts on schema design and data integration. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of hands-on DB experience with Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL, strong indexing and query optimization skills,

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience administering relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.
• Strong skills in performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
• Experience with backup, recovery, and high-availability configurations.
• Active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• The Database Administrator installs, configures, and maintains database instances and associated tools.
• They perform performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security administration for databases across multiple environments.
• They collaborate with developers and analysts on schema design, queries, and data integration.
• They also help design and implement data archival, replication, and continuity strategies.

Skills

Performance tuning

Indexing

Query optimization

Backup & recovery

High availability configurations

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Sea, Land, Air Analysis Group’s mission is to deliver objective analyses, plans and strategies to US Navy, US Marine Corps, USAF, other DoD, and Australian Defence Force clients to support technology development, acquisition, delivery and sustainment decisions. The group provides the core of SPA thought leadership on Undersea Strategy, Software Development and Cost Estimating, with additional benchmark capabilities in AI/ML & Decision Analytics, Modeling and Simulation, and Future Force Assessments.

SPA has a need for a Database Administrator to manage and optimize databases supporting FCP, APACS, and related applications. This role safeguards data integrity and performance across complex, mission‑critical datasets.

Responsibilities

The Database Administrator installs, configures, and maintains database instances and associated tools. They perform performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security administration for databases across multiple environments. They collaborate with developers and analysts on schema design, queries, and data integration. They also help design and implement data archival, replication, and continuity strategies.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands‑on experience administering relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL


• Strong skills in performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization


• Experience with backup, recovery, and high‑availability configurations


• Active Secret clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with large, transactional web applications and high‑volume user bases


• Familiarity with data modeling and ETL or reporting tools

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $150,000.00/Yr.