Database Administrator III

Saalex; Tidewater (MS); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Job summary

An engineering and IT services company is seeking a Database Administrator III to design, implement, and maintain enterprise database systems in support of Navy operations. Applicants should have 5-7 years of database administration experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include optimizing database performance, ensuring security, and supporting backup and recovery solutions. The position offers competitive compensation, flexible work schedules, and various benefits, including health care and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in database administration or related field.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise databases.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain enterprise database systems.
• Optimize and secure databases.
• Manage database backup and recovery solutions.

Skills

Database administration

Performance tuning

Security practices

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

AWS RDS

Azure SQL

Job description

Saalex Corporation is seeking multiple Database Administrator III in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex Solutions is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. Saalex offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Contingent on Contract Award.

Salary: $115k-$160k (depending on experience)

The Database Administrator III supports the Navy by designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise database systems supporting global Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) environments. This role focuses on database architecture, performance optimization, security, and high availability across mission-critical systems.

Essential Functions

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL) in support of NETTN operations.
• Optimize database performance through tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
• Implement and maintain database security controls, including encryption, access controls, and auditing in accordance with RMF and STIG requirements.
• Manage database backup, recovery, replication, and high availability solutions.
• Support database integration with enterprise applications and systems.
• Perform capacity planning, monitoring, and troubleshooting of database environments.
• Ensure compliance with DoD and Navy cybersecurity policies and database STIGs.
• Support system accreditation (ATO) activities including documentation and remediation.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Required

• 5–7 years of experience in database administration, engineering, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Hands‑on experience administering enterprise databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with database performance tuning, backup/recovery, and high availability solutions.
• Knowledge of database security practices, RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator, or equivalent).

Desired

• Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs and classified environments.
• Experience with cloud‑based database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL).
• Familiarity with automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python, SQL scripting).
• Experience with data replication, clustering, and disaster recovery architectures.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple database environments and priorities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Security Clearance

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance. Active clearances preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD/SD)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan