Database Administrator

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type: On-site
Location: Arlington, VAAlexandria, VA
Salary: $86,800–$198,000 / yr
Posted: 5 days ago
Closes: Sep 20, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $142k

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This role pays less than 53% of similar roles. Most pay $126,800–$180,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $142k versus about $154k for comparable roles.

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 742 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 730 roles with salary data.

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As a Database Administrator at Booz Allen, you will join a dedicated team supporting the Army client by ensuring the security and integrity of mission-critical database systems. Your daily responsibilities include implementing policies and procedures, identifying problem areas through technology and tools, and mentoring team members to enhance technical expertise. You will leverage SQL Server 2012 to 2019 for development tasks such as writing scripts and stored procedures while also designing end-to-end data solutions using Azure or AWS services. Additionally, you will document technical designs and optimize performance of SQL queries, requiring a strong background in database management and security practices. Ideal candidates possess experience with software releases, collaboration with business analysts, and knowledge of conducting performance tuning, along with TS/SCI clearance and a Bachelor's degree.

Skills

SQL SQLServer Azure AWS PowerBI CI/CD Terraform Kubernetes Docker Python PostgreSQL Prometheus Grafana Git Jenkins Ansible MSSQLServer2012to2019 Security+ CISSP

What you'll do

Manage and secure database technology to ensure the integrity of mission-critical systems.
Implement policies and procedures for database security and performance optimization.
Identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement in complex SQL-based databases.
Design and implement end-to-end data solutions using Azure or AWS services.
Document technical designs, procedures, and guidelines for data engineering processes.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in SQL-based database development and administration.
Proficient in designing, implementing, and maintaining end-to-end data solutions using Azure or AWS services.
Expertise in performance tuning and optimization of SQL queries and workflows.
Experience with software releases and collaboration with business analysts and developers.
TS/SCI clearance required.
Bachelor's degree in a related field.

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