Database Administrator

Nakupuna Companies

. Design and implement databases to meet application requirements .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $115,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in database design, implementation, and administration, with a strong focus on SQL programming, performance optimization, and compliance with security standards. Proficient in collaborating with development teams and managing database instances while ensuring data integrity and consistency.

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SQL ProgrammingMicrosoft SQL ServerDatabase AdministrationData ModelingPerformance Optimization

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Hard Skills

Database DesignStored ProceduresFunctionsTriggersViewsSchemasIndexingQuery OptimizationBackup and RecoveryDatabase Security

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingQuality AuditingClient Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Azure DevOpsMicrosoft O365TeamsExcelVisioOutlookDevSecOpsCI/CDVersion ControlAPIs

Certifications & Qualifications

IAT Level II CertificationNSA Check (NACI)

Industry Keywords

DoD ComplianceDoN PoliciesDatabase Management SystemsSoftware Engineering MethodologiesEvent-Driven ArchitecturesRelational DatabasesSecure Coding Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureMS SQL ServerSOAPSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement databases to meet application requirements
Develop and implement stored procedures, functions, triggers, views, and schemas
Create and maintain data models to ensure data consistency and integrity
Implement database security measures in compliance with DoD and DoN policies
Optimize database performance through indexing, caching, and query optimization
Maintain database design, development, implementation, entity-relationship, and data-flow documentation
Develop and execute unit, integration, and performance test plans
Collaborate with application developers on database designs
Develop and implement backup and recovery plans
Manage database instances, including creation, configuration, and deletion
Use enterprise-wide version control and support secure CI/CD builds, testing, and deployments
Define or modify interfaces with other systems and formally document agreements
Support production outages, release packages, work-item updates, and internal review or change boards
Conduct quality audits, research errors, and provide corrective action
Maintain professional relationships with clients, team members, and agencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two or more years of experience and knowledge performing database administration, data management, database engineering, or related software-engineering activities
Knowledge of the design and implementation of computer and database-management systems
Knowledge of current software and database engineering methodologies, design techniques, and applicable software and database standards
Experience using SQL and Microsoft SQL Server database-development capabilities
Experience with Microsoft development tools and the analysis, development, maintenance, and testing of database-supported applications
Bachelor’s degree with a technical major, such as engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related discipline; alternatively, two years of college or technical education and three to five years of related work experience
Must be able to qualify for and obtain a base access pass
Must be able to obtain a favorable NSA Check (NACI), including an FBI fingerprint check
Must be a U.S. citizen
Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers
Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer
IAT Level II certification is desirable
Experience with Microsoft SQL Server relational databases, SQL programming, stored procedures, views, schemas, data modeling, and performance optimization is desirable
Knowledge of secure coding and database-security practices is desirable
Experience with database testing, Azure DevOps, Microsoft O365, Teams, Excel, Visio, Outlook, DevSecOps, CI/CD, version control, APIs, REST, SOAP, event-driven architectures, and AWS is desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSAs and FSAs
401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Paid time off and holidays
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance programs
Tuition assistance
Professional development opportunities
Military differential pay
Other voluntary benefit programs
Less than 5% travel