Database Specialist

CACI International Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a Database Specialist to sustain high‑availability database services across globally distributed environments. You will deploy, configure, and operate SQL Server, Azure, and other relational platforms, ensuring security, performance, and rapid recovery.

The role supports multiple networks and security domains as part of a 24/7 operations team. Key responsibilities include monitoring, patching, backups, data migration, and collaborating with customer DBAs and

Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly.
• DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (Security+).
• Experience with relational database platforms in operational environments.
• Experience implementing and maintaining clustered or highly available DB architectures.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, operate, and maintain engineered database solutions (SQL Server, Azure).
• Configure highly available, clustered DB architectures with DR/COOP requirements.
• Monitor performance, capacity, availability, and SLIs to prevent incidents.
• Perform Tier 2 troubleshooting and incident analysis across DB environments.
• Execute maintenance, patching, updates within change windows.
• Enforce access controls, backups, data migrations, and security policies.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance w/ poly

Security+

Microsoft SQL Server

Azure Database

Oracle Database

IBM Db2

Disaster Recovery / COOP

Database performance tuning

Data migration

Clustered / HA DB architectures

Education

AA + 10+ years experience

BS/BA + 8+ years experience

MS/MA + 6+ years experience

PhD + 4+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server Engineer

Azure Database Engineer

Oracle DB SQL Certified Associate

IBM Db2 Database Associate

Job description

• Provide continuous patch management across designated systems

Job Title: Database Specialist

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 1/1/2027

The Opportunity

The CIS program supports our intelligence customer deliver IT services to conduct its globally distributed operations. We are driving an exciting technological transformation of customer IT services by leading the design, development, implementation, and operation of cutting‑edge solutions. This includes continuous service improvement through the modernization of IT system infrastructure.

CACI is looking for an experienced, innovative, and motivated Database Specialist to support the mission objectives and needs of the customer, the Defense Intelligence Agency. As our Database Specialist, you will play a critical role in sustaining reliable, resilient, and high‑performance database services across globally distributed, mission‑critical environments. Acting as a key member of a global, 24/7 operations team, you will maintain operational ownership of enterprise database services, ensuring stability, availability, and rapid recovery across multiple networks and security domains. You will deploy, configure, and operate database solutions; monitor performance and service health; execute backup and recovery operations; implement security controls; support customer DBAs and application teams; and participate in testing and fielding activities for new engineered capabilities.

The position is contingent upon award of the DIA SITE III CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) contract.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, operate, and maintain engineered and tested database solutions using Microsoft SQL Server, Azure Database, and other relational database platforms
• Configure and support highly available and clustered database architectures aligned with DR and COOP requirements
• Monitor database performance, capacity, availability, and service‑level indicators to identify trends, prevent incidents, and ensure optimal user experience
• Perform Tier 2 troubleshooting, incident analysis, and break/fix support across all assigned database systems and environments.
• Execute scheduled and ad hoc maintenance, patching, updates, and upgrades within authorized change windows
• Manage database access controls, role assignments, permissions, and delegated administration
• Conduct backup, restoration, and data‑migration operations for both standalone and clustered database environments
• Support stakeholder DBAs and mission application teams by configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting database connectivity and performance
• Enforce security and encryption policies for data at rest and in transit across all database systems
• Analyze requirements, concepts of operations, and architectures to ensure deployed database solutions meet availability, reliability, and resiliency objectives
• Collaborate with Engineering teams and Government stakeholders to refine database-operability and service requirements
• Work independently or in small teams to perform updates, upgrades, maintenance, and operational tasks across multiple networks and security domains
• Contribute to Beta testing, Acceptance testing, and Blue/Green fielding strategies for new engineered solutions
• Coordinate with Tier 3 and Engineering resources for advanced troubleshooting and remediation efforts
• Utilize Lab facilities for incident investigation, design validation, and feasibility testing of database enhancements
• Develop test cases and scripts to ensure complete test coverage for database components prior to deployment
• Produce SOPs, knowledge base artifacts, documentation, and compliance materials that support operational activities
• Provide continuous patch management across designated systems
• Provide information and coordination for approved POA&Ms and other compliance artifacts
• Participate in Continual Service Improvement (CSI) efforts and evaluate emerging technologies for potential enhancement of database services

Qualifications

Required:

• Must hold a current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start
• DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (minimum Security+)
• Microsoft Certified SQL Server Engineer, Microsoft Certified Azure Database Engineer, Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate, IBM Db2 Database Associate, or equivalent
• An AA and 10+ years of experience, BS/BA and 8+ years of experience, MS/MA and 6+ years of experience, or PhD and 4+ years of experience
• Minimum of 4 years of hands‑on experience integrating, operating, and maintaining IT hardware and software solutions
• Experience supporting relational database platforms in operational environments, including troubleshooting, tuning, patching, monitoring, backup/restore, and data‑migration activities
• Experience implementing and maintaining clustered or highly available database architectures
• Experience performing Tier 2 support in multi‑network, multi‑domain operational environments

Desired

• Degree in Science, Technology, or Engineering
• Experience supporting mission environments with 24/7 operational requirements
• Experience performing Acceptance testing, DR/COOP integrations, and Blue/Green deployment activities
• Experience working in lab environments to validate designs, test new configurations, and perform root‑cause analysis
• Experience collaborating with engineers, technical writers, and Government stakeholders on documentation and operational requirements
• Experience supporting database‑driven mission applications and coordinating with customer DBAs
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$75,200-$158,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.