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Database Administrator — Journeyman

Nationwide IT Services
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026
Database Administrator — Journeyman
Start Date: September 1, 2026 - This is a fully funded opportunity.
Clearance: Secret
Experience Level: Journeyman, 3 years


Position Summary
Nationwide IT Services, NIS, is seeking a Database Administrator (Journeyman) to support a mission-critical federal database environment for a potential opportunity. The DBA will perform daily database operations, monitoring, maintenance, ETL support, SQL query support, data quality validation, interface validation, and Tier 1–2 troubleshooting.  This is a remote opportunity.

Responsibilities
  • Perform daily database operations, monitoring, and routine maintenance.
  • Support Oracle and/or SQL Server database environments.
  • Support daily ETL processes for reporting and data warehouse activities.
  • Develop, run, and troubleshoot SQL queries.
  • Validate data quality and support interface reconciliation.
  • Generate data quality reports and assist with data quality controls.
  • Support SFTP-based data transfer processes.
  • Provide Tier 1–2 help desk support for database, reporting, data, and interface issues.
  • Support MicroStrategy or similar BI/reporting environments.
  • Maintain database documentation and support approved change and release processes.
Required Qualifications
  • 3 years of relevant database administration experience.
  • Hands-on experience with Oracle and/or SQL Server.
  • Experience with ETL processes, SQL queries, data validation, and SFTP processes.
  • Knowledge of MicroStrategy or similar business intelligence/reporting tools.
  • Experience supporting production operations, troubleshooting, and help desk tickets.
  • Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work with technical teams, program staff, and government stakeholders.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting federal, DoD, or mission-critical systems.
  • Experience with AWS GovCloud, SQL Server data warehouses, Oracle Data Guard, or reporting environments.
  • Familiarity with RMF, ATO, STIGs, CUI/PII protections, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
Clearance Requirement
  • Secret (T3) investigation/clearance required.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain required DoD credentials, including CAC access.

Why Join Nationwide IT Services?
Nationwide IT Services is a trusted government contractor supporting Department of Defense customers. Join us to work on high-impact cybersecurity missions with experienced professionals in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Salary range $75,000 to $89,000 annually 
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers, including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, and current market conditions.


Salary : $75,000 - $89,000

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