PostgreSQL DBA
Alexandria, VA
Experience: 0
Category: Information Technology
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Brand: System One
Compensation Range: 140000.00 - 165000.00
Job ID: 347308
Date Posted: 05/12/2026
Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/WGnQVB
Job Title: Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator
Type: Direct Hire
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Security Clearance: Top Secret w/ SCI eligibility
Location: Bolling AFB, Washington, DC
Clearance: Active Top Secret required, current or previously held SCI strongly preferred
Candidates are expected to have a strong work ethic and possess the ability to work as a critical member of a team in pursuit of mission objectives and in support of our customers. We value candidates who are detail oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful in this role, you'll need to be hands on, operationally disciplined, and able to take ownership of PostgreSQL environments supporting a fast paced mission critical program.
Responsibilities & Duties include, but are not limited to:
Administer, maintain, and optimize PostgreSQL databases across development, test, and production environments
Own database performance tuning, backups, replication, recovery, and day to day operational support
Design, implement, and support PostgreSQL high availability and disaster recovery solutions
Manage schemas, indexes, stored procedures, permissions, and database security controls
Enforce access controls, auditing, governance, retention, and compliance aligned controls
Support Kubernetes based database and application operations in secure environments
Administer CI/CD pipelines and automation supporting database and application delivery
Partner with developers, infrastructure teams, and stakeholders to troubleshoot issues and maintain strong operational stability
Communicate technical risks, issues, and recommendations clearly in a mission focused environment
Here's What You'll Need:
Must have active Top Secret clearance with current or previously held SCI access
Security+ or equivalent certification meeting DoD 8140 requirements
Strong hands on PostgreSQL administration experience in secure enterprise environments
Experience with PostgreSQL performance tuning, backup and recovery, replication, HA/DR, and security
Experience with Kubernetes and containerized database or application operations
Experience with Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines
Experience enforcing encryption, key management, auditing, and database security controls
Ability to rapidly take ownership of PostgreSQL responsibilities and ramp quickly on program specific tooling
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross functional teams
Ability to maintain composure under pressure and respond effectively in high visibility production environments
Minimum Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field preferred. Relevant experience may substitute
10+ years of overall database administration experience
5+ years of recent, deep PostgreSQL administration experience required
Experience designing, implementing, and tuning PostgreSQL databases in enterprise environments
Experience owning PostgreSQL HA/DR configurations and production operations
3+ years of Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, and CI/CD experience
Experience with AWS, including PostgreSQL related cloud environments and backup or recovery tooling
Experience supporting secure production systems with urgency and operational discipline
Preferred:
Master’s degree
Experience with Amazon RDS, Azure SQL, or other cloud database platforms
Experience with SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS
Experience with EDB PostgreSQL tools and enterprise PostgreSQL environments
Azure DBA or related database certifications
Additional experience with SQL Server, MySQL, or MariaDB in mixed database environments
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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