Senior Database Administrator

5 days ago


Washington, DC, United States BAE Systems USA Full time

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking Database Administrators to join our team and provide support to facilitate operations on a critical infrastructure and services program. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/modernize. The ideal candidate will be located in the National Capital Region.

Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Q3/Q4 of 2026 .

The Database Administrator responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Oversees the strategy, deployment, and management of complex, high-security database systems

  • Conducts advanced troubleshooting and performance optimization. Leads disaster recovery planning and execution to ensure data availability

  • Develops and enforces strict database policies and best practices

  • Provides expert mentorship to junior database administrators

  • Coordinates with IT teams to integrate database solutions within broader systems

  • Keeps current with emerging database technologies and trends to drive continuous improvements

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • One of the following certifications: CompTIA Security , Cloud , SecurityX/ CASP , CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, or GSEC

  • Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 14 years or more relevant work experience (will consider an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)

  • Advanced database management, performance tuning, data integrity, backup and recovery operations, high-level maintenance and upgrades, and compliance auditing

  • Proficiency with various DBMS, familiarity with operating systems, and experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $130355 - $221603

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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