Database Administrator at Leidos

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Database Administrator. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience supporting a large Department of Defense (DOD) Cyber Security Service Providers (CSSP). As part of the CSSPs mission the team maintains the Information Systems Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) solution which uses a Relational Database Management System (DBMS) to manage the large quantity of subscriber data which is routinely fed into ISCM to enable continuous monitoring and to provide key cybersecurity insights which support decision makers.Primary Responsibilities.Database Administratorwill be a critical member of the team who will facilitate the sustainment and modernization of database solutions for ISCM leveraging their experience with Relational Database Management Systems and cybersecurity systems.Key responsibilities include:Administer and maintain Greenplum databases ensuring high performance availability and security.Perform database tuning and optimization to improve query performance and resource utilizationMonitor and analyze database performance applying proactive measures to ensure optimal system operation.Design and implement robust database backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime.Regularly test recovery procedures to ensure quick and accurate recovery in the event of system failure.Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures to ensure consistency of approach and continuity of effort.Implement security protocols to safeguard databases from unauthorized access data loss or breach.Design and implement database schemas tables indexes and views tailored to business requirements.Collaborate with developers and system architects to optimize database design and integration with applications.Plan and execute regular database upgrades and patching to ensure systems remain up-to-date and secure.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to system upgrades and migrationsBasic Qualifications.Enterprise experience as a Database Administrator with relational (and distributed relational) databases specifically PostgreSQL and GreenPlum. Bachelors Degree and 12-15 years of applicable Cybersecurity experience additional Degrees will be considered in lieu of years of experience. Experience working for or with a US government cybersecurity service provider. Must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance Security certificationIf youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:December 3 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $131300.00 - $237350.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.Required Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Databases,Disaster Recovery,SQL,High Availability,Microsoft SQL Server,ssrs,Database Design,Performance Tuning,SSIS,Database Administration,Sybase,Oracle Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 131300 - 237350