Database Administrator

GovCIO; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 126,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform

Training, Education and Certification

Referral Bonus Program

Internal Mobility Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

The role expects TS/SCI CI Poly, 9+ years in cloud data platforms, and experience with secure data pipelines and ELT workflows, supporting AI training readiness and scalable analytics.

Qualifications

• Clearance TS/SCI CI Poly required.
• 9+ years of experience with cloud data platforms, databases, or lakehouse architectures.
• Familiarity with ELT workflows and large-scale data ingestion.
• Experience managing secure data pipelines including automated ingestion and transformation workflows.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (Sec+CE, SSCP, CND, CCNA Security, etc)

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data ingest schemas and metadata structures
• Enable ELT pipelines from autonomous pentesting data sources
• Ensure data integrity, performance, and secure access controls
• Support data readiness for future AI training

Skills

Clearance Required: TS/SCI CI Poly

9+ years cloud data platforms

ELT workflows

Secure data pipelines

DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II

Education

High School with 9+ years experience

Job description

Fort Meade, Maryland

Top Secret w/ SCI

On-site only

Data Services

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Database Administrator to design, build, and maintain scalable data infrastructure. This position will be located in Fort Meade, MD and will be an onsite position.

Responsibilities

The Database Administrator (Data Platform Engineer) establishes the data ingest and ELT environment required to transform autonomous pentesting outputs into structured, AI-ready datasets. This role designs schemas, metadata structures, and access controls; enables secure ingestion from the Horizon3.ai NodeZero platform; and ensures data integrity, performance, and scalability. Establishing this data foundation during IOC is critical to preserving high-quality, production-derived data that will support AI model training and analytics during follow-on implementation.

• Design and implement data ingest schemas and metadata structures
• Enable ELT pipelines from autonomous pentesting data sources
• Ensure data integrity, performance, and secure access controls
• Support data readiness for future AI training

Qualifications

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: TS/SCI CI Poly
• 9+ years of experience with cloud data platforms, databases, or lakehouse architectures
• Familiarity with ELT workflows and large-scale data ingestion
• Experience managing secure data pipelines including automated ingestion and transformation workflows
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (Sec+CE, SSCP, CND, CCNA Security, etc)

Preferred Skills and Experience

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Posted Salary Range

USD $126,000.00 - USD $146,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.