Database Administrator – Level IV

Kaimetrix; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Annual education reimbursement

Job summary

Kaimetrix in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, is seeking a Database Administrator – Level IV to provide senior-level leadership and technical oversight for enterprise database environments. This role involves strategic planning, implementation, and optimization of database management systems, ensuring integrity, availability, performance, and security.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in database administration, possess a Master's degree in IT or Computer Science, and hold relevant cybersecurity certifications. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in database administration.
• Advanced cybersecurity or database certification required.
• Active Tier 3 (T3) clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and administration of database systems.
• Oversee database performance tuning and optimization.
• Implement database security controls and ensure compliance.

Skills

Database administration

Performance tuning

Database security

Data management

Technical leadership

Education

Master's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

Oracle Database

Microsoft Azure Data

Cybersecurity standards

Job description

About Kaimetrix, L. L. C. At Kaimetrix, we deliver complete IT solutions and bring together complex and often siloed services - increasing the value of IT through a holistic, end-to-end approach. We combine real data with expert insights to help organizations modernize, streamline operations, advance IT initiatives, and achieve mission success for federal civilian, defense, and intelligence agencies. Our core capabilities include cybersecurity, data operations, end-user support, IT management, software development, systems engineering, process improvement, and technical advisory.

We believe our greatest asset is our people. We invest in our team’s growth, empower them with autonomy and accountability, and offer meaningful work that supports mission-focused agencies while advancing your career.

Join us if you’re looking to do impactful work, develop professionally, and be part of a culture that values continuous improvement, metrics-driven performance, and exceptional service.

Benefits Summary: Kaimetrix offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; company-paid life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options; a 401(k) and Roth retirement plan with employer matching; paid time off that increases with tenure; 11 paid federal holidays; FSA and HSA options; commuter benefits; annual education reimbursement for approved training and certifications; employer-paid identity protection; and optional supplemental coverages such as accident, cancer, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.

Kaimetrix, L.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

About the role

Kaimetrix is seeking a Database Administrator – Level IV to provide senior-level leadership and technical oversight for enterprise database environments in a secure, mission-critical setting. This role is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, optimization, and sustainment of database management systems to ensure availability, integrity, performance, and security of critical data assets.

What you'll do

• Provide overall responsibility for the design, implementation, administration, and sustainment of enterprise database systems
• Oversee the deployment and daily operation of database management systems, ensuring integrity, availability, and security align with mission requirements
• Lead database performance tuning, capacity planning, and optimization efforts to ensure efficient and scalable data operations
• Implement and enforce robust database security controls and ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity standards
• Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams to define data requirements, data flows, storage solutions, and system integrations
• Oversee system-level maintenance, upgrades, and patching activities to maintain a secure and operational posture
• Develop, review, and enforce database administration best practices, standards, and procedures across the environment
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including SOPs, maintenance guides, and knowledge base artifacts for all database platforms
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to database administrators and supporting personnel
• Coordinate database-related activities across teams and act as a technical lead for database services
• Ensure the reliability, integrity, and security of all organizational data assets through proactive monitoring and management

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in database administration or related data management roles demonstrating advanced proficiency
• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Certifications:

• Advanced cybersecurity or database certification such as CISSP, CASP+, Microsoft Azure Data certification, Oracle Database Administration certification, or equivalent

Clearance:

• Active Tier 3 (T3) background investigation or ability to obtain and maintain