**Description** SAIC is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to join a high-performance team that is spearheading our customers (VA) data migration to and support/maintenance of databases in the cloud. Tremendous growth opportunity working within database cloud ecosystem and using cutting-edge technologies. Looking for an engineer who can work at scale and with autonomy, who can be a trusted advisor to our client. This is a 100% Remote role. **Job Description** + Install, configure, and upgrade database management systems (DBMS). + Create and manage database objects such as tables, indexes, views, and stored procedures. + Monitor and maintain database performance, including tuning and optimization. + Analyze and optimize database performance, including query optimization and index management. + Conduct regular performance assessments and implement improvements to ensure optimal system performance. + Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to protect data integrity and availability. + Perform regular backups and recovery drills to ensure data can be restored in case of failures or disasters. + Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures. + Manage user access and permissions to ensure data security and compliance with organizational policies. + Monitor database systems for performance, errors, and potential issues using monitoring tools. + Perform regular maintenance tasks, including database patches and updates. + Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for database-related issues. + Collaborate with application developers, system administrators, and other IT staff to resolve database problems. + Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and processes. + Create and update operational manuals and guidelines for database management. + Ensure databases comply with industry standards, regulations, and best practices. + Stay updated with the latest developments and trends in database technologies and implement relevant improvements. **Qualifications** **Education Required:** + Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience; PhD and four (4) years related experience with a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. + Advanced certifications are preferred, such as: + Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate. + Oracle Certified Professional (OCP). + AWS Certified Database - Specialty. **Experience Required:** + Minimum of 5+ years of experience in database administration, preferably with Oracle, and SQL Server. + Proven expertise managing and maintaining databases in AWS RDS. + Experience in database design and architecture. + Proven experience in database performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security management. + Proficiency in deploying, managing, and configuring SQL Server and Oracle instances on AWS RDS. + Experience with AWS RDS monitoring and maintenance tools. + Knowledge of RDS-specific features like automated backups, snapshots, scaling, and read replicas. + Strong knowledge of SQL Server database architecture, management, and optimization. + Proficiency in writing and optimizing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers. + Experience with SQL Server backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning. + Familiar with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Reporting Services (SSRS), and Analysis Services (SSAS). + Proficiency in Oracle database architecture, administration, and performance tuning. + Expertise in PL/SQL programming and Oracle database optimization. + Experience with Oracle Data Guard, RMAN, ASM, and OEM. + Familiarity with Oracle RAC, partitioning, and parallel query optimization. + Experience with query optimization and indexing strategies for both SQL Server and Oracle. + Proficiency in using performance monitoring tools to diagnose and resolve database performance issues. + Knowledge of database backup and recovery techniques, including point-in-time recovery and disaster recovery strategies. + Experience implementing and managing automated backup solutions. + Understanding of database security best practices for both SQL Server and Oracle. + Experience with user authentication, authorization, encryption, and data masking. + Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate database management tasks. + Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex database issues. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. + Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines. + Strong attention to detail to ensure data integrity and system stability. + Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with application developers and system administrators. + Strong documentation skills for creating and maintaining database configurations, processes, and procedures. + Ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and quality results. + Commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends in database management and cloud services. + Willingness to be on-call for emergency database support and maintenance when required. **Clearance Requirement** + US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. REQNUMBER: 2509311 SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability