Senior PostgreSQL Database Admin - Active Top Secret required

Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator

We are seeking an experienced Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) to join a collaborative and high-performing team supporting mission-critical systems. The Senior PostgreSQL DBA will be responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and ongoing administration of secure, highly available PostgreSQL.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Design, build, and maintain highly available, scalable PostgreSQL database environments.

• Architect and implement database high availability and disaster recovery solutions.

• Perform advanced database administration tasks including installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and migration of PostgreSQL clusters and related components.

• Monitor and tune database performance, including query optimization, index strategy, memory and storage configuration, and operating system–level tuning.

• Implement and enforce database security best practices.

• Design and maintain backup and recovery strategies to meet RPO/RTO objectives, including regular testing of restore procedures and documentation.

• Collaborate with application development and DevOps/DevSecOps teams to support schema design and data modeling, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.

• Support and improve databases for provisioning, configuration management, and operational workflows.

• Troubleshoot complex database incidents and performance issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing durable corrective actions.

• Develop, maintain, and communicate database standards, best practices, and operational procedures.

• Provide advanced technical guidance and mentoring to development and operations teams on effective use of PostgreSQL, data access patterns, and performance optimization.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technology discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; additional relevant experience may be substituted for education.

• Significant hands-on experience in the design, deployment, operation, and maintenance of PostgreSQL databases in enterprise environments.

• Strong experience with:

  • PostgreSQL installation, configuration, and lifecycle management across multiple environments.

  • High availability and disaster recovery.

  • Data modeling, schema design, and development best practices.

• Practical experience administering PostgreSQL in hybrid environments.

• Solid understanding of database security principles.

• Experience integrating PostgreSQL management into DevOps/DevSecOps workflows, including:

  • Automation of backup, monitoring, and maintenance tasks.

  • Support for CI/CD processes involving database schema changes and migrations.

• DoD 8140 IAT II compliant certification.

• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to design scalable, reliable, and secure database solutions to support enterprise applications.