{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6c188b00182a2f5dcf4ecfed","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6c188b00182a2f5dcf4ecfed","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6c188b00182a2f5dcf4ecfed","title":"Junior Database Administrator","description":"Junior Database Administrator\nQuantico, VA / Hybrid\nTop Secret (TS) clearance required\nBlu Omega is seeking a Junior Database Administrator to support a federal program focused on national security mission systems. This role operates within a hybrid operating environment and is responsible for secure database operations across mission application environments. The position requires experience supporting database administration and engineering functions within a mission-driven environment.\nProgram Overview\nProgram: Federal national security mission platform modernization and operations support\nMission overview: Support secure, reliable database operations for a federal mission platform\nKey Details\nLocation: Quantico, VA (Hybrid; typically 2 days/week onsite; additional onsite may be required based on role needs)\nClearance: Active/Interim Top Secret (TS) clearance\nWork Authorization: U.S. Citizenship is required as a precondition of employment.\nResponsibilities\nAdminister, engineer, monitor, and sustain database platforms supporting mission applications, workflow processing, reporting, integrations, and operational data needs\nServe as a technical resource for Microsoft SQL Server administration/engineering and PostgreSQL\nSupport schema management, indexing, query tuning, stored procedures/functions, backup and recovery, replication, capacity planning, and high availability\nTroubleshoot performance, connectivity, locking/blocking, job failures, query behavior, data integrity, permissions, and application-to-database issues\nSupport database changes for releases, migrations, modernization events, environment refreshes, and transition from legacy to cloud-aligned capabilities\nCollaborate with application, cloud, DevSecOps, systems, QA, cybersecurity, and data teams to resolve defects and strengthen database reliability\nSupport cloud-hosted database environments, preferably in AWS, including managed database services, storage, monitoring, access control, encryption, and resiliency considerations\nMaintain database documentation, data flow mappings, operational procedures, recovery steps, configuration details, and dependency records\nMonitor database health, capacity, availability, recoverability, data quality, and security posture\nSupport secure database operations, including least-privilege access, audit logging, encryption considerations, vulnerability remediation, STIG alignment, RMF/ATO evidence, and compliance support\nAssist with reporting, analytics, data validation, and interface troubleshooting where database structures or data quality affect mission outcomes\nRequired Qualifications\n0-4 years experience\nActive Top Secret clearance\nCurrent DoD 8570 compliance at the level required for the role\nU.S. citizenship\nHands-on experience administering and engineering Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise environments\nHands-on experience with PostgreSQL administration, performance tuning, and operational support\nStrong SQL skills, including query tuning, indexing strategy, execution plan analysis, stored procedures/functions, data integrity, and troubleshooting\nExperience with backup/recovery, availability, capacity planning, patching coordination, monitoring, and database operational support\nFamiliarity with cloud computing environments; AWS experience preferred\nAbility to support database releases, migrations, schema changes, test data preparation, and production support in controlled environments\nUnderstanding of secure database operations in federal, DoD, intelligence, national security, or similarly sensitive environments\nStrong documentation, analytical, and cross-team communication skills\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience supporting secure mission platforms involving industrial security, case management, compliance workflows, enterprise reporting, controlled submissions, or information exchange\nExperience with AWS RDS/Aurora, SQL Server on AWS, PostgreSQL on AWS, cloud migration, or hybrid database architectures\nExperience with database automation, scripting, monitoring, performance baselining, operational dashboards, and environment refresh processes\nFamiliarity with RMF, ATO, STIGs, POA&Ms, vulnerability remediation, audit logging, and data protection requirements\nExperience supporting legacy database modernization, data refactoring, ETL/data movement, and application integration\nCertifications such as Security+ CE, Microsoft SQL Server/Azure database credentials, PostgreSQL certifications, AWS database/cloud certifications, or equivalent technical credentials\nCompensation\nSalary Range: 65,000 - 85,000\nFinal compensation is based on technical skills, experience, education, certifications, and clearance.\nBlu Omega Benefits & Perks\nMedical, Dental, and Vision coverage through national providers\n401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)\nCompany-paid Life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options\nShort-term disability (company-paid) and long-term disability options\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support and mental health resources\nTelehealth and virtual care options available through medical plans\nPet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection options\nPaid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees\nPaid federal holidays for salaried employees\nAccess to wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits\nBenefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, employment status, and program requirements.\nCompany Overview\nBlu Omega is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies and enterprise clients nationwide. Headquartered in Ashburn, VA, we support mission-critical programs across civilian and defense sectors, including health, national security, and regulatory environments.\nWe partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support. Our teams are experienced operating within federal contracting environments, supporting task orders, recompetes, and programs requiring cleared personnel and compliant delivery.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.\n#CJ\n#LI-Hybrid","company":"Bluomegallc","rawCompany":"bluomegallc","city":"Quantico","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T18:12:51.285Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Junior Database Administrator","description":"Junior Database Administrator\nQuantico, VA / Hybrid\nTop Secret (TS) clearance required\nBlu Omega is seeking a Junior Database Administrator to support a federal program focused on national security mission systems. This role operates within a hybrid operating environment and is responsible for secure database operations across mission application environments. The position requires experience supporting database administration and engineering functions within a mission-driven environment.\nProgram Overview\nProgram: Federal national security mission platform modernization and operations support\nMission overview: Support secure, reliable database operations for a federal mission platform\nKey Details\nLocation: Quantico, VA (Hybrid; typically 2 days/week onsite; additional onsite may be required based on role needs)\nClearance: Active/Interim Top Secret (TS) clearance\nWork Authorization: U.S. Citizenship is required as a precondition of employment.\nResponsibilities\nAdminister, engineer, monitor, and sustain database platforms supporting mission applications, workflow processing, reporting, integrations, and operational data needs\nServe as a technical resource for Microsoft SQL Server administration/engineering and PostgreSQL\nSupport schema management, indexing, query tuning, stored procedures/functions, backup and recovery, replication, capacity planning, and high availability\nTroubleshoot performance, connectivity, locking/blocking, job failures, query behavior, data integrity, permissions, and application-to-database issues\nSupport database changes for releases, migrations, modernization events, environment refreshes, and transition from legacy to cloud-aligned capabilities\nCollaborate with application, cloud, DevSecOps, systems, QA, cybersecurity, and data teams to resolve defects and strengthen database reliability\nSupport cloud-hosted database environments, preferably in AWS, including managed database services, storage, monitoring, access control, encryption, and resiliency considerations\nMaintain database documentation, data flow mappings, operational procedures, recovery steps, configuration details, and dependency records\nMonitor database health, capacity, availability, recoverability, data quality, and security posture\nSupport secure database operations, including least-privilege access, audit logging, encryption considerations, vulnerability remediation, STIG alignment, RMF/ATO evidence, and compliance support\nAssist with reporting, analytics, data validation, and interface troubleshooting where database structures or data quality affect mission outcomes\nRequired Qualifications\n0-4 years experience\nActive Top Secret clearance\nCurrent DoD 8570 compliance at the level required for the role\nU.S. citizenship\nHands-on experience administering and engineering Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise environments\nHands-on experience with PostgreSQL administration, performance tuning, and operational support\nStrong SQL skills, including query tuning, indexing strategy, execution plan analysis, stored procedures/functions, data integrity, and troubleshooting\nExperience with backup/recovery, availability, capacity planning, patching coordination, monitoring, and database operational support\nFamiliarity with cloud computing environments; AWS experience preferred\nAbility to support database releases, migrations, schema changes, test data preparation, and production support in controlled environments\nUnderstanding of secure database operations in federal, DoD, intelligence, national security, or similarly sensitive environments\nStrong documentation, analytical, and cross-team communication skills\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience supporting secure mission platforms involving industrial security, case management, compliance workflows, enterprise reporting, controlled submissions, or information exchange\nExperience with AWS RDS/Aurora, SQL Server on AWS, PostgreSQL on AWS, cloud migration, or hybrid database architectures\nExperience with database automation, scripting, monitoring, performance baselining, operational dashboards, and environment refresh processes\nFamiliarity with RMF, ATO, STIGs, POA&Ms, vulnerability remediation, audit logging, and data protection requirements\nExperience supporting legacy database modernization, data refactoring, ETL/data movement, and application integration\nCertifications such as Security+ CE, Microsoft SQL Server/Azure database credentials, PostgreSQL certifications, AWS database/cloud certifications, or equivalent technical credentials\nCompensation\nSalary Range: 65,000 - 85,000\nFinal compensation is based on technical skills, experience, education, certifications, and clearance.\nBlu Omega Benefits & Perks\nMedical, Dental, and Vision coverage through national providers\n401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)\nCompany-paid Life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options\nShort-term disability (company-paid) and long-term disability options\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support and mental health resources\nTelehealth and virtual care options available through medical plans\nPet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection options\nPaid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees\nPaid federal holidays for salaried employees\nAccess to wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits\nBenefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, employment status, and program requirements.\nCompany Overview\nBlu Omega is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies and enterprise clients nationwide. Headquartered in Ashburn, VA, we support mission-critical programs across civilian and defense sectors, including health, national security, and regulatory environments.\nWe partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support. Our teams are experienced operating within federal contracting environments, supporting task orders, recompetes, and programs requiring cleared personnel and compliant delivery.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.\n#CJ\n#LI-Hybrid","datePosted":"2026-08-03T18:12:51.285Z","dateModified":"2026-08-03T18:12:51.285Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Bluomegallc","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Quantico","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"6c188b00182a2f5dcf4ecfed"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6c188b00182a2f5dcf4ecfed"}}