Principal Database Administrator

Datrose; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 102,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoLogics is seeking a Principal Database Administrator to support teams in State College PA or Dulles VA. You will create, update, and manage databases and the code that interacts with them, supporting classified programs.

This role requires TS/SCI w/ CI Poly clearance, a STEM degree, and 8+ years of DBA experience. On-site work with an hourly contract and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance required.
• STEM degree and 8+ years DBA experience typically expected.
• Experience with RDBMS including Oracle Exadata and OIA.
• Work with Systems/Software Engineers to implement backend databases.
• Linux command line for database administration.
• Experience with DR, replication, backups, and related issues.
• Experience with performance troubleshooting.
• Experience with database security controls and audit/compliance.
• Security+ certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Identify and understand customer needs and translate them into viable design solutions for databases.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement and modify backend databases.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving and analytical skills to optimize database systems.

Skills

TS/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance

SQL

Python

Java

Automation scripting

Linux command line

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Oracle Exadata

Oracle Intelligent Advisor (OIA)

Job description

Job Details

Engineering

Principal Database Administrator State College,PA

Posted: 6/29/2026

Job ID#: 16267

Job Category

Engineering

Position Type

Contract to Hire

Shift

5x40

Principal Database Administrator

Onsite Location: State College PA or Dulles VA

Required: TS/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance

No 1099, No third parties, no C2C, No Visas or Green Cards No exceptions (Sorry)

W2 Hourly Contract Only

$74.00 - $107.00 per hour based on experience and benefits package

***No C2C, we can NOT work with outside agencies/vendors, and we can NOT do 1099

TS/SCI w/ CI Poly CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED***

GeoLogics is hiring a Principal Database Administrator to support teams in State College PA or Dulles VA. You will have the opportunity to directly impact the world around you and contribute to classified programs and technologies you are passionate about. In this position you would be familiar with creating, updating, and managing databases and the code that interacts with them.

Qualifications Required

• Active TS/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of Database Administration experience.
• Experience with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) solutions including Oracle Exadata and Oracle Intelligent Advisor (OIA).
• Experience working with Systems and Software Engineers to implement and modify backend databases.
• Experience using Linux command line to perform database administration activities
• Experience troubleshooting database issues such as DR, replication & backups and other related issues
• Experience troubleshooting performance issues
• Experience with database security controls and audit & compliance requirements.
• Experience with automating routine tasks.
• Current Security+ certification or ability to obtain Security+ certification within 90 days of start

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience virtualizing or containerizing databases.
• Existing Security+ Certification
• Experience with AWS
• Experience with NoSQL database products such as MongoDB and DynamoDB
• Experience with Spatial databases
• Coding experience (SQL, Python, Java) is helpful!

Responsibilities

• Identify and understand customer needs and apply sound, demonstrable understanding of database principles, theories, and concepts related to software engineering to translate those needs to viable design solutions.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills with the ability to communicate concepts and ideas well.
• Use proven problem solving and analytical skills.

GeoLogics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

Meredith Baldwin Recruiter [phone] [e-mail]

#CJ Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance

TS SCI with Poly