Database Administrator - Mid

Leidos

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Reston, VABethesda, MDDC
Salary
$87,100–$157,450 / yr
Posted
45 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $168k
This role $122k
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This role pays less than 85% of similar roles. Most pay $133,435–$202,165 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $168k for comparable roles.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 233 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $105,300–$190,350 across 225 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Database Administrator - Mid

As a Database Administrator at Leidos’ Intel Security Sector, you will join a dynamic team focused on advancing big data analytics and predictive analytics for national security objectives. Your daily tasks will include database administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance and compliance. You’ll design and develop databases that support complex queries and secure data storage, while also documenting schemas and producing compliance policies. Key responsibilities involve system updates, patching, and creating scripts to enhance systems support. With a strong background in both relational and non-relational databases, you will work on cloud-based platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, supporting AI/ML workflows and containerized environments. This role requires extensive experience with SQL, PL/SQL, and data governance concepts, as well as familiarity with Agile methodologies. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields and at least 4 years of relevant experience, including direct support for military or intelligence community customers.

What you'll do

  • Perform daily database administration and troubleshooting of system issues.
  • Design and manage databases to optimize queries and ensure data security compliance.
  • Document data models, monitor performance, and produce compliance policies.
  • Develop and execute SQL queries for routine and ad hoc requests.
  • Modify existing scripts and create new ones to enhance systems support.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field and at least 4 years of experience.
  • Experience designing, developing, and managing databases to optimize queries and ensure data security compliance.
  • In-depth knowledge of database security implementation and maintenance.
  • Proficiency with both relational and non-relational databases, including performance tuning and monitoring.
  • Expertise in troubleshooting and resolving complex database issues independently.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and experience supporting AI/ML workflows.
  • Experience working within Agile or SAFe environments for enterprise systems.

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