Senior Linux DBA (TS/SCI w/ Poly) — Secure Data Ops

Parsons; Maryland; On-site; USD 112,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to manage Linux-based database environments in a Federal Solutions context. You will perform health checks, optimize performance, coordinate upgrades, and work with security to maintain compliance.

This role requires TS/SCI clearance with Poly, a technology degree, and 8+ years of experience in enterprise Linux and database workloads. Expect in-depth collaboration across networks, security, and operations.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.
• Bachelor's degree in technology discipline and 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent.
• Experience administering Linux operating systems for enterprise databases.
• Experience supporting virtual environments and Linux-based services used by databases.
• Experience with Cisco networking devices and core networking concepts.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance and health checks for Linux-hosted database environments.
• Diagnose and resolve database, Linux system, and infrastructure issues in networked environments.
• Monitor and optimize both database and system performance using established tools.
• Plan and coordinate database upgrades, migrations, and scheduled system outages.
• Support network monitoring and maintain connectivity essential for database operations.
• Install and maintain server, storage, and networking equipment in datacenter environments.
• Document database architecture, configuration changes, and infrastructure updates.
• Collaborate with ISSO to maintain system authorization and compliance.
• Support occasional after-hours maintenance windows for critical updates.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance with Poly

Linux system administration

Networking fundamentals

Database administration

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in technology discipline

Tools

NiFi

Docker

ELK stack

Salt

Ansible

Puppet

Confluence

Jira

Cisco networking devices

Job description

Parsons is seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to manage Linux-based database environments in a Federal Solutions context. You will perform health checks, optimize performance, coordinate upgrades, and work with security to maintain compliance.

This role requires TS/SCI clearance with Poly, a technology degree, and 8+ years of experience in enterprise Linux and database workloads. Expect in-depth collaboration across networks, security, and operations.