The Database Administrator manages complex database systems conducts troubleshooting enforces policies mentors junior staff and collaborates with IT teams.

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking Database Administrators to join our team and provide support to facilitate operations on a critical infrastructure and services program. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain sustain enhance and improve/modernize. The ideal candidate will be located in the National Capital Region.
Please note that this is contingent upon contract award with an anticipated decision expected by Q3/Q4 of 2026.
The Database Administrator responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversees the strategy deployment and management of complex high-security database systems
• Conducts advanced troubleshooting and performance optimization. Leads disaster recovery planning and execution to ensure data availability
• Develops and enforces strict database policies and best practices
• Provides expert mentorship to junior database administrators
• Coordinates with IT teams to integrate database solutions within broader systems
• Keeps current with emerging database technologies and trends to drive continuous improvements

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Required Education Experience & Skills

• One of the following certifications: CompTIA Security+ Cloud+ SecurityX/ CASP+ CCNP Security CISA CISSP or GSEC
• Bachelors degree in IT Cybersecurity Computer Science Information Systems Data Science or Software Engineering and 9 years or more relevant work experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
• Advanced database management performance tuning data integrity backup and recovery operations high-level maintenance and upgrades and compliance auditing
• Proficiency with various DBMS familiarity with operating systems and experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to: business considerations local market conditions and internal equity as well as candidate qualifications such as skills education and experience.
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 team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S) based in McLean Virginia designs and delivers advanced defense intelligence and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development systems integration and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.