NMS Database Engineer for High-Performance Networks

CACI International Inc; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 131,800 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is looking for an experienced NMS DBA Engineer in Sterling, Virginia. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing databases that support network management systems. The role requires substantial experience (10+ years), strong SQL skills, and knowledge of various database systems such as PostgreSQL and SQL Server. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is essential. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $131,800 to $290,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related work experience.
• TS/SCI with Poly required.
• Experience with database performance tuning.
• Knowledge of data modeling and normalization techniques.
• Experience with database high availability and disaster recovery solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain database structures for network management systems.
• Optimize database performance through indexing, query tuning, and schema design.
• Implement and manage database backup, recovery, and data migration procedures.
• Monitor database health, performance, and capacity, proactively addressing potential issues.
• Develop and maintain documentation for database structures, procedures, and best practices.

Skills

Expert knowledge of database management systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MariaDB/MySQL)

Strong SQL skills

Experience with large-scale databases

Familiarity with network management platforms

Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, Shell scripting)

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience

Tools

Database monitoring tools (e.g., pgAdmin, Prometheus, Grafana)

Job description

CACI International Inc is looking for an experienced NMS DBA Engineer in Sterling, Virginia. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing databases that support network management systems. The role requires substantial experience (10+ years), strong SQL skills, and knowledge of various database systems such as PostgreSQL and SQL Server. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is essential. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $131,800 to $290,000 depending on experience.