Senior PostgreSQL DBA - Data Reliability & Security Lead

ManTech; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH seeks a motivated Database Administrator to join our team in Key West, FL. You will support design, implementation, and maintenance of complex PostgreSQL systems with a focus on high availability and security.

You will mentor junior admins and lead performance tuning and disaster recovery initiatives, collaborating with developers and business analysts on data models and migration strategies. Active TS/SCI clearance is required for the position.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of PostgreSQL database administration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Math/Engineering; substitution rules apply.
• IAT Level II DoD certification (DoD 8140.01).

Responsibilities

• Collaborates on and supports the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex database systems, ensuring high availability, scalability, and robust security.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Junior and Mid-Level Administrators in advanced database technologies, architecture and design principles.
• Lead complex performance tuning initiatives, optimize database configurations for peak performance, and implement comprehensive Disaster Recovery Plans to ensure business continuity and data resilience.
• Collaborate with Application Developers, Architects, and Business Analysts to design and implement efficient data models, advanced database solutions, and data migration strategies.
• Contribute to the development and enforcement of stringent database security policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

PostgreSQL DBA

Cloud architectures

Disaster Recovery planning

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Math/Engineering

DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II certification

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in related field (preferred)

Tools

PostGIS

Ansible

SQL scripting

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated Database Administrator to join our team in Key West, FL. You will support design, implementation, and maintenance of complex PostgreSQL systems with a focus on high availability and security.

You will mentor junior admins and lead performance tuning and disaster recovery initiatives, collaborating with developers and business analysts on data models and migration strategies. Active TS/SCI clearance is required for the position.