Database Administrator / Database Engineer II

ECS; Maxwell (AL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth ECS is seeking a Database Administrator / Database Engineer II to join the Maxwell-Gunter Annex, Alabama office. Salary range is $87,000–$90,000 per year, with a required active Secret clearance.

The role focuses on designing, maintaining, and optimizing databases for high availability, security, and performance. You will support data models, backups, and SQL/ETL workflows across the enterprise in a DoD program environment.

Qualifications

• BS Degree and active DoD security clearance (Secret).
• Minimum 4 years of relevant DBA/Database Engineer experience.
• DoD 8140 Code 421 Intermediate Qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and optimize database systems for high availability, security, and performance.
• Manage data models and implement backup/recovery strategies.
• Develop queries and support application teams with scalable database solutions.

Skills

Secret Clearance

DoD 8140 421

Active Secret Clearance

Education

BS Degree

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Azure SQL

Amazon RDS

SQL/PL/SQL

ETL

Query optimization

Job description

Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Database Administrator / Database Engineer II to work in our Maxwell-Gunter Annex, Alabama office.

Salary - $87,000 - $90,000

Everforth ECS is seeking a highly qualified DBA / Database Engineer with an active Secret Clearance to work on our project at Maxwell-Gunter Annex in Alabama. The selected candidate will be able to communicate effectively (written/verbal), possess strong interpersonal skills, be self-motivated, and be innovative in a fast-paced environment. Must hold and maintain a valid Secret Clearance.

Design, maintain, and optimizes database systems to ensure high availability, security, and performance. Manages data models, implements backup and recovery strategies. Develops queries and supports application teams with reliable, scalable database solutions across the enterprise.

This position is part of the Facility Equipment Maintenance (FEM) Team. Candidate possesses essential skills including:

• Logical and physical data modeling
• Schema design
• SQL/PL/SQL, and ETL
• Data conversion and migration
• Reconciliation and record-count validation
• Data quality and integrity
• Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Azure SQL, and Amazon RDS
• Query optimization

Required Skills

• BS Degree
• Active Secret Clearance
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• DoD 8140 Code 421 Intermediate Qualifications

Desired Skills

• 5+ Years’ experience working on DoD programs is highly desired
• Interest in new technologies and the ability to adopt to those new technologies

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We Value

• Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams
• Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!