Database Admin Lead with Security Clearance
DXC Technology - Ashburn, VA
Apply NowJob Description
Job Description: Job Description: * Database builds and administration in a large multi-tenant AWS cloud environment.* Maintains the integrity and security of databases and data.* As required, virtually supports users (other engineers, app developers, etc.) with completing requests for deployment of new services or addressing current service interruption.* Maintains system documentation for databases, data and related systems/servers.* Patching of database servers and systems* Supports and develops related automation.* May program in an administrative language such as Bash, PowerShell, Python.* Develops and implements testing strategies and document results.* Assist with or schedule and deliver backups, file restores and disaster recovery.* Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned. * Participates in special projects as required.* Leads a team of DBAs maintaining in the AWS cloud platform* Determines database structural requirements by analyzing client operations, applications, and programming; reviewing objectives with clients; evaluating current systems;* Provides database administration support to Oracle databases in development, test, and operational environments.* Provides database support by coding utilities, responding to user questions, and resolving problems.* Provides database backup support as needed* Adheres to the principles, methods, and techniques used in database administration and support.* Maintains/enhances knowledge of related AWS cloud services.* May require professional certification in one or more specific technologies, depending on job assignment.* May be required to work outside of ''normal'' work hours to include weekends and holidays.* May be required to support operations onsite and/or remote locations.* Independently provides advance level technical interpretation and solutions in the management of data availability, durability, and protection.* Troubleshoots access policies that are moderate to high complexity in scope.* Monitors and tunes the system to achieve optimum performance levels. * Applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through work experience continuous learning* Work across teams, and external customer groups to develop strategy, design solutions, and advise implementation teams during deployment.* Deal with escalations. Make assessments, recommendations or provide solutions to resolve issues.* Write/maintain standard operating procedures and work instructions, knowledge articles, etc. Required skills and experience: * Active Secret clearance* BA/BS (or equivalent experience), 8+ years of experience (Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related area is preferred)* Must meet DoD 8570 requirements and be eligible for IAT level II (Security+ CE or equivalent) access* Experience with Oracle relational database management system, data analytics and data reporting, Experience with DB clustering* Experience with Cloud Computing, active cloud certification in AWS, Google or Azure (AWS Preferred)* Deep Experience with Oracle* Some experience with MS SQL* Experience with database creation, data solutions and maintain data security in AWS cloud* Knowledge of data models, data layer using data federation and master data management* Excellent communication skills with demonstrated experience delivering presentations to diverse audiences at various levels of an organization* A strong understanding of business processes and expertise in managing operations following the ITIL processes Desired skills and experience: * Experience with ServiceNOW ITSM* Experience with Agile Sprints and Scrums Skills and Attributes: * Excellent listening and interpersonal skills* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Strong attention to detail and requirements* Motivated team player and technical lead* Continuous learner Clearance * Active Secret Clearance If you are an applicant from the United States, Guam, or Puerto Rico DXC Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religious creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age or genetic information. DXC''s commitment to diversity and inclusive selection practices includes ensuring qualified long-term unemployed job seekers receive equal consideration for employment. View postings below. We participate in E-Verify. In addition to the posters already identified, DXC provides access to prospective employees for the Federal Minimum Wage Poster, Federal Polygraph Protection Act Poster as well as any state or locality specific applicant posters. To access the postings in the link below, select your state to view all applicable federal, state and locality postings. Postings are available in English, and in Spanish, where required. View postings below. Postings link Disability Accommodations If you are an individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or a wounded warrior and you are unable or limited in your ability to access or use this site as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us via email. Please note: DXC will respond only to requests for accommodations due to a disability.
Created: 2025-10-04