Database Administrator

Database Administrator (DBA)

MetaPhase is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) to support the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in its Financial Systems Modernization (FSM) efforts. This role is responsible for securing enterprise database systems across Oracle, Microsoft, and PostgreSQL platforms, ensuring performance, integrity, and compliance with DHS enterprise architecture standards. The DBA will play a role in supporting complex data migration, modeling, and integration activities using AWS-hosted environments, while embedding security best practices aligned to federal cybersecurity frameworks.

What You Will Be Doing:

Design, implement, secure, and maintain robust database solutions in support of a FSM program.

Oversee database architecture that supports complex data warehousing, ETL, and migration activities from legacy financial systems.

Participate in day-to-day operations of AWS-based relational database services (RDS), Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostgreSQL environments.

Ensure database security and compliance in line with federal information security standards (FISMA, NIST 800-53).

Leverage Informatica IICS, PowerCenter, and IDQ tools to support data integration, quality assurance, and migration tasks.

Develop and optimize SQL queries, APIs, and WebADIs to enhance performance and streamline data access across platforms.

Implement and monitor database backup, recovery, and high availability strategies.

Collaborate with technical and security teams to ensure alignment with DHS' common operating environment and enterprise architecture policies.

Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and proactively mitigate risks related to data access and integrity.

Support audits and maintain compliance documentation for cybersecurity controls.

What We Need From You (Required):

U.S. Citizenship required (NO EXCEPTIONS)

3+ years leading data modeling, warehousing, and migration activities

4+ years of hands-on experience with AWS RDMS

3+ years working with Oracle and/or Microsoft SQL Server

2+ years of SQL development experience using WebADIs and APIs

Enterprise data integration / ETL

Bash scripting (or equivalent)

SQL (PostgreSQL / Oracle)

Apache Airflow / AWS Glue (likely to be the new solution)

Familiarity with Linux

SFTP / file transfer protocols

Bonus Points (Desired):

Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA data landscapes and integration patterns

Work Setup & Travel:

Hybrid - Based in Washington, DC. Occasional travel may be required.

Clearance & Education:

Must be able to obtain Public Trust

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, IT Management, or related field

Benefits & Perks: At MetaPhase, we care about your well-being and success. Our benefits include generous PTO, federal holidays, parental leave, and comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability). We also offer a 401(k) with company match, FSA/HSA options, commuter benefits, and much more. Compensation:

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $110k - $125k.

About MetaPhase

MetaPhase is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team: Best Places to Work

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Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms – 2020

MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.