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Database Administrator - Senior

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Fairfax, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026
Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Database Administrator - Senior to work in Fairfax, Virginia. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

Position Summary

ECS is seeking a Database Administrator - Senior to support the Army National Guard ENOCS program. In this role, the selected candidate will lead the administration of enterprise databases critical to application operations, modernization, and sustainment efforts. The individual will ensure optimal database performance, security, and compliance, playing a pivotal role in advising development and infrastructure teams on database optimization and scalability. This position is integral to maintaining data protection policies and supporting the mission's continuity and success.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the administration and management of enterprise databases to support application operations and modernization initiatives.
  • Oversee performance tuning and capacity planning to ensure reliable and scalable data services.
  • Implement and manage backup and recovery strategies to safeguard enterprise data.
  • Configure and manage database access controls and security measures in alignment with compliance requirements.
  • Coordinate with development and infrastructure teams to optimize database integration and data integrity.
  • Support vulnerability remediation and configuration compliance activities to enhance database security.
  • Advise on database optimization strategies to improve scalability and performance.
  • Ensure alignment with enterprise data governance and cybersecurity policies.
  • Facilitate system modernization efforts while maintaining operational continuity.

Required Skills

Required Qualifications

  • Clearance: Secret Eligible required
  • S. Citizenship required
  • DoD 8140.03 Compliance: DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) Work Role 421-Database Administrator at the Intermediate proficiency level
  • Certifications (one or more required): Cloud , GSEC, Security , SSCP
  • Education: Bachelors degree or higher in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise database administration within DoD or Federal IT environments.
  • Proven experience in performance tuning, database optimization, and capacity planning.
  • Demonstrated ability to implement backup and recovery strategies and manage database security.
  • Experience coordinating with development and infrastructure teams for database integration.
  • Strong understanding of data governance and cybersecurity policies.

Desired Skills

Desired Qualifications

  • Clearance: Active Secret preferred
  • Experience with vulnerability remediation and compliance validation in a DoD environment.
  • Familiarity with ARNG or similar military IT operations.
  • Advanced skills in advising on database scalability and optimization.
  • Proficiency in supporting system modernization and data integrity initiatives.
  • Knowledge of enterprise data protection and operational continuity strategies.

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We value:

  • Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams
  • Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven

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