Principal Database Administrator

Principal Database Administrator

Join a team that's shaping the future of IT support. At BAE Systems, we're dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact. As a Principal Database Administrator, you'll play a critical role in supporting database operations for a large government enterprise contract, serving the customer. This is a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive database support and administration, incorporating changes and updates, maintaining configurations, and developing documentation to ensure reliable, secure data management. Aligned with federal standards like NIST, FISMA, and ITIL 4 practices, you'll optimize database performance, enforce compliance, and facilitate seamless integrations to sustain mission-critical applications in regulated environments.

As a senior database administrator, you'll be responsible for providing database support and administration for enterprise systems, including query optimization, backup/recovery, and user access management to ensure high availability and data integrity. You'll incorporate changes and updates to databases, maintain database configurations, and develop documentation, contributing to knowledge bases and audit readiness for operational handovers. Your expertise will help drive seamless integration, compliance, and secure data management.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, including the development of database solutions that support mission-critical initiatives. You'll collaborate with stakeholders to integrate databases with applications, perform capacity planning, and resolve incidents through root cause analysis. If you're passionate about database administration, and have a strong track record of delivering results, we want to hear from you.

Location Requirement: The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Vicksburg, MS.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Database Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

6+ years of experience in database support and administration, with hands-on expertise incorporating changes/updates, maintaining configurations, and developing documentation in government or large enterprise environments

Proven track record managing relational/non-relational databases in secure, high-availability settings

Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)

Strong knowledge of federal database standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA) and ITIL practices for service operations

Proficiency in database tools (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle) and documentation practices

Excellent analytical and communication skills for technical documentation and team collaboration

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

ITIL 4 Foundation certification

Experience supporting DoD or large federal databases, including integrations with ITSM platforms like ServiceNow

Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

Background in agile documentation (e.g., Confluence) and automation for updates (e.g., PowerShell scripting)

Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+)

Pay Information: Full-Time Salary Range: $63662 - $108225

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security: BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.