Database Administrator

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD
Salary
$107,900–$195,050 / yr
Posted
17 days ago
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Similar $150k
This role $151k
$97k most similar roles pay here $206k

This role pays more than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $119,234–$180,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $151k versus about $150k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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 264 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 245 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Database Administrator

The Database Administrator TS/SCI Poly joins the Cyber & Analytics Business Area to support a large, complex, and fast-paced operational program focused on security engineering and mission software. The role involves assessing, auditing, and remediating database Security Requirements Guide and STIG vulnerabilities while ensuring compliance with DoD and DISA policies. Key responsibilities include performing vulnerability scans, managing Risk Management Framework processes, executing IAVA patching, and troubleshooting database issues. The candidate will manage platforms including Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cassandra, and MongoDB using SQL and PL/SQL to develop scripts and perform routine data queries. Technical requirements include extensive experience with Linux security, RDBMS installation, and high-availability replication technologies like Oracle Data Guard or GoldenGate. This position addresses critical cybersecurity infrastructure needs within a specialized national security environment requiring a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

What you'll do

  • Implement and maintain DISA STIGs for Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cassandra, and MongoDB platforms.
  • Perform vulnerability scans, analyze findings, and remediate security weaknesses to ensure compliance.
  • Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and contribute to Authority to Operate (ATO) packages.
  • Conduct routine security readiness reviews and document Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) items.
  • Execute system updates and Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) patching for database products.
  • Troubleshoot, resolve, and perform recovery actions for complex database issues.
  • Develop and execute SQL queries and modify scripts to enhance systems support and resolve recurring issues.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.
  • Must have relevant experience.
  • Must have at least 5 years of experience as a Database Administrator.
  • Must have at least 5 years of Oracle Database Administration experience.
  • Must have in-depth experience implementing security controls, applying patches (CPU/IAVA), and troubleshooting database issues.
  • Must have hands-on experience installing, configuring, and upgrading RDBMS software and using procedural languages like PL/SQL.
  • Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Experience with real-time data replication, Agile frameworks, or NoSQL databases like MongoDB and Cassandra (preferred).

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