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Database Administrator

Quantum Science Solutions

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Top Secret/SCI
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
Full Scope Polygraph
IT - Database
Herndon, VA (On-Site/Office)

Job Title: Database Administrator
Location: On-site Herndon, VA
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Company: Quantum Science Solutions (QSS)
Rate: Open

Position Overview
Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to
provide comprehensive database support for development, integration, and operational
systems. The selected candidate will manage database design, performance optimization,
capacity planning, and ongoing maintenance to ensure high availability, security, and
performance for mission-critical environments.
This role requires strong expertise in multiple database platforms, cloud services, and
DevOps practices, as well as the ability to work closely with architects, developers, and
operations teams to deliver robust and scalable database solutions.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide database support for development, integration, configuration, deployment,
optimization, and O&M activities.
• Support development, test, and production database servers for enterprise
projects.
• Deliver O&M database services, including patches, installations, migrations,
backups, and recovery operations.
• Perform capacity planning for application and database servers in collaboration
with system architects.
• Configure and administer MySQL, MongoDB, and other enterprise database
platforms.
• Automate database provisioning and maintenance tasks using Bash, Terraform, and
AWS CloudFormation.
• Implement secure configurations, PKI certificate management, TLS encryption, and
Oracle Wallet upgrades.
• Manage database monitoring, tuning, and performance optimization to meet SLA
requirements.
• Support installation and maintenance of COTS database products.
• Apply usability and accessibility principles in database-driven applications.
• Create and maintain documentation for database systems, procedures, and
configurations.
• Perform vulnerability analysis on database systems and recommend/implement
remediation measures.
• Integrate databases with REST and SOAP services and ensure compliance with
security and accessibility standards.
• Work within Agile teams to capture, validate, and implement database-related
requirements.
• Coordinate with mission partners, cloud service providers, and engineering teams
to resolve database dependencies and ensure system integration.
• Provide monthly and program management review (PMR) reports on database related performance, risks, and security.

Mandatory Skills & Experience
• Proven experience administering relational and NoSQL databases in enterprise
environments.
• Strong skills in database performance tuning, capacity planning, and
troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with MySQL, MongoDB, and database integration with enterprise
applications.
• Experience in database security, including encryption, PKI, and vulnerability
mitigation.
• Familiarity with Agile delivery processes and backlog management.
• Proficiency with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub, and automation
frameworks.
• Knowledge of cloud-based database hosting and automation tools (AWS, Terraform,
Bash scripting).

Education Requirement
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Equivalent work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Skills
• Experience with COTS database product integration.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring and audit compliance tools.

Preferred Certifications
• AWS Certified Database – Specialty.
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP).
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.

Why Join QSS?
At QSS, we build and maintain secure, high-performing database environments that are
critical to mission success. As a Database Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring
data integrity, availability, and scalability for enterprise solutions.

Employee Benefits
• Competitive Compensation & Performance Bonuses
• Premium Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Federal Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Matching
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About Us
Quantum Science Solutions is traditional in the sense that it was built with core foundations based on honesty and integrity. We take great pride in all of our efforts and projects, we are proud to serve the front lines of cyber defense. We challenge our team members frequently and thrive on the motto “One for all, all for one”. Here at QSS, we invite individuals who think outside of the box and are mentally stimulated by complex problems in the fast paced world of cyber and technology. Our collaborative work environment allows you to think freely and develop iron clad solutions for our customers. At QSS, your ideas and designs are not only heard but are recognized and rewarded. We support you and will provide you with the resources needed to fuel innovations and creativity. Imagine, you are working on cyber integration concept and it turns into fully funded project by a federal agency. Join the QSS team where rather than making a difference, we are the difference

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Job Category
IT - Database
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI