Database Administrator

Centuria

. Administer and maintain database systems supporting AAO applications .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in administering and maintaining enterprise database systems, including Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL. Proficient in database design, automation, and high-availability architectures, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

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Database AdministrationMicrosoft SQL ServerOracle SQLAutomation Using PowerShellHigh-Availability Architectures

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Hard Skills

Database DesignANSI SQLOracle PL/SQLMS T-SQLVMware ESXiNetwork Storage (SAN/NAS)Enterprise Backup SolutionsOracle RMANDataGuardMySQL Master-Slave Replication

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem-SolvingTeamworkOrganizational SkillsAnalytical Skills

Tools & Technologies

Oracle SQL DeveloperTOADMS SQL WorkbenchSQL Server Management StudioSSRSOEM

Certifications & Qualifications

NASA Public Trust Background Investigation

Industry Keywords

Database Management SystemsDisaster RecoveryClient/Server Application DesignDatabase ConsolidationVirtualization Concepts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxMS SQL ServerMySQLOraclePostgresSQLVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer and maintain database systems supporting AAO applications
Help modernize and transform enterprise business solutions for NASA
Work across Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL platforms
Install, configure, upgrade, migrate, provision, secure, patch, back up, and recover enterprise database systems
Support mission-critical database management systems
Apply database design, development, integration, administration, and ANSI SQL principles
Understand and support high-availability and disaster-recovery database architectures
Troubleshoot and resolve complex database problems with other DBAs
Engage with Enterprise Applications stakeholders and end-user communities
Respond to trouble tickets within SLA requirements and participate in the on-call DBA rotation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience; equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree
6–8 years of Database Administrator experience
Automation using Microsoft PowerShell, VBScript, or batch files
Experience working in VMware ESXi environments
Experience with network storage (SAN/NAS)
Experience with enterprise backup solutions
Experience configuring and supporting MS SQL Availability Groups (AGs), Distributed Availability Groups (DAGs), Oracle Data Guard, and MySQL master-slave replication
Demonstrated experience using Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and MS T-SQL
Knowledge of configuring Oracle Net Services
Familiarity and/or experience with Oracle RMAN, DataPump, and Data Guard
Experience with Red Hat Linux and Microsoft Windows operating systems on VMware
Understanding of database consolidation and virtualization concepts and best practices
Must be able to obtain and maintain a NASA Public Trust background investigation
Experience with Oracle, MS SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL databases is preferred
Experience with client tools such as Oracle SQL Developer, TOAD, MS SQL Workbench, SQL Server Management Studio, SSRS, and OEM is a plus
Experience in client/server application design and development is a plus
Strong communication, presentation, documentation, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Schedule flexibility for on-call DBA rotation and SLA-driven ticket response

Benefits

Comp & perks

Centuria recognized as one of the top workplaces in the DC Metro area for 2024
People-centered culture and employee voice emphasized
Full-time employment