Database Manager

The One 23 Group; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A government services company is seeking a Senior Database Manager to oversee senior-level database administration for Joint Staff Command and Control operations. The ideal candidate must have an active Top Secret clearance and at least 10 years of experience in database management. Responsibilities include designing and maintaining enterprise database systems, monitoring performance, ensuring security, and leading integration efforts. This position is on-site at the Pentagon and emphasizes strong technical leadership and adherence to security compliance.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• DoD IAT Level II certification.
• 10+ years of database administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise database systems.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, including query tuning and indexing.
• Manage database backup, recovery, and data integrity processes.
• Administer database security, including access controls and permissions.
• Support database integration with applications and enterprise systems.

Skills

Database administration

Query optimization

Database security

Backup and recovery

Performance tuning

Tools

Oracle

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

Job description

Overview

At The One 23 Group, our mission is to set the benchmark for excellence in government services. We empower our clients in the Department of War, Intelligence Community, and Federal Civilian sectors to excel with our advanced capabilities. Our dedication lies in fostering a people-first culture, underpinned by steadfast ethical principles. Embracing innovative technologies and process improvements, we are steadfast in our journey toward a future that is both bright and transformative. Our expertise spans Enterprise IT, Mission IT and Cyber. With our global footprint, we place a strong emphasis on nurturing our people and culture, which forms the core of our successful strategies in leadership and financial management. We pride ourselves on our extensive experience and effective approach, ensuring that we lead with both innovation and integrity.

The Position

The Database Manager (Senior) provides senior-level database administration and management support for enterprise systems supporting Joint Staff Command and Control (C2) operations. This role ensures database performance, security, and availability across production and contingency environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise database systems.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, including query tuning and indexing.
• Manage database backup, recovery, and data integrity processes.
• Administer database security, including access controls and permissions.
• Support database integration with applications and enterprise systems.
• Perform testing and validation for upgrades, patches, and releases.
• Troubleshoot database issues and support incident resolution.
• Maintain database documentation, configurations, and procedures.
• Support data replication, synchronization, and high-availability solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance for database operations.

Additional Information

• On-site at the Pentagon.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; AND
• DoD IAT Level II certification; AND
• 10+ years of database administration experience; AND
• Experience managing enterprise database systems

Preferred

Database Platforms

• Experience with Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or other enterprise database platforms
• Experience supporting DoD or classified database environments

Performance & Optimization

• Experience with query optimization, indexing, and database performance tuning
• Familiarity with capacity planning and high-availability architectures

Backup & Recovery

• Experience with enterprise backup solutions and disaster recovery planning
• Familiarity with replication, clustering, and failover technologies

Security & Compliance

• Experience applying DISA STIGs to database systems
• Familiarity with database auditing and security hardening

Enterprise Integration

• Experience supporting databases integrated with C2 systems
• Experience working in multi-tier enterprise architecture

Equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.