Principal Database Administrator

Hiring: Principal Database AdministratorJob Title: Principal Database AdministratorLocation: State College, PASalary: $210,000–$230,000, based on experience and educationClearance Required: Active and transferable DoD TS/SCI required; TS/SCI with CI Polygraph preferredU.S. Citizenship RequiredTalent Stack LLC is hiring a Principal Database Administrator for a confidential, defense-focused client supporting classified programs and mission-critical technologies.This is an onsite role supporting secure database environments where reliability, performance, security, and compliance directly matter.About Talent Stack LLCTalent Stack LLC is a woman-owned recruiting firm specializing in cleared and technical placements. We proudly represent a confidential, defense-focused client dedicated to solving mission-critical national security challenges.BenefitsThis role includes:Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage6 weeks of paid PTOShort-Term Disability401(k) with 5% company matchUp to $8,000 in relocation assistanceFull benefits package available upon requestThe OpportunityYou will support classified programs where database reliability, security, performance, and compliance directly impact mission success. This role is ideal for a senior DBA who is comfortable working closely with systems and software engineers, translating customer needs into database solutions, and supporting backend systems in secure environments.What You'll DoAs a Principal Database Administrator, you will:Create, update, maintain, and manage backend databases and the code that interacts with themIdentify and understand customer needs and translate them into viable database design solutionsApply strong database principles, theories, and concepts related to software engineeringPartner with systems and software engineers to implement, modify, and support backend databasesPerform database administration activities using the Linux command lineTroubleshoot database issues related to:Disaster recoveryReplicationBackupsPerformance issuesOther database-related issuesSupport database security controls, audit requirements, and compliance standardsAutomate routine database administration tasksCommunicate technical concepts clearly across engineering and program teamsUse strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills in a classified technical environmentRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related STEM fieldMaster's degree preferred8+ years of professional-level Database Administration experienceInternship experience does not count toward this requirementExperience with Relational Database Management Systems, including:Oracle ExadataOracle Intelligent AdvisorExperience working with systems and software engineers to implement and modify backend databasesLinux command line experience for database administration activitiesExperience troubleshooting:Disaster recoveryReplicationBackupsPerformance issuesOther database-related issuesExperience with database security controls, audit, and compliance requirementsExperience automating routine database administration tasksCurrent Security+ certification or ability to obtain Security+ within 90 days of startClearance RequirementActive and transferable DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date. TS/SCI with CI Polygraph is preferred. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.Third-Party Submittal DisclaimerThis role is being managed by Talent Stack LLC on behalf of a confidential client. No third-party agency submissions, C2C submissions, or outside recruiter submittals will be accepted. Only candidates submitted directly through Talent Stack LLC will be considered.Hiring #DatabaseAdministrator #DBAJobs #OracleDBA #OracleExadata #TS_SCI #CIPoly #ClearedJobs #DefenseJobs #StateCollegePA #TalentStackLLCTracking: X24