Senior Database Engineer — TS/SCI Clearance

CACI International Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. in Colorado Springs is seeking a Database Specialist to deploy, operate, and optimize database solutions across multiple environments.

You will ensure high availability, perform Tier 2 troubleshooting, and lead data migrations in complex, security-conscious settings. The role requires TS/SCI clearance with poly eligibility, relevant certifications such as Security+ or higher, and hands-on experience with SQL Server and Azure databases.

Qualifications

• Current TS/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

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

Skills

SQL Server

Azure

Data migration

Tier 2 support

Security policies

DR/COOP

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server

Azure Database

Oracle DB

IBM Db2

Job description

CACI International Inc. in Colorado Springs is seeking a Database Specialist to deploy, operate, and optimize database solutions across multiple environments.

You will ensure high availability, perform Tier 2 troubleshooting, and lead data migrations in complex, security-conscious settings. The role requires TS/SCI clearance with poly eligibility, relevant certifications such as Security+ or higher, and hands-on experience with SQL Server and Azure databases.