Database Administrator with Security Clearance - Caribou Thunder, LLC : Job Details

Database Administrator - OPIR Ground Infrastructure Senior-Level | $120,000 – $195,000 | Longmont, CO | Active Secret (TS/SCI Preferred) Build the mission-critical database infrastructure that powers national security operations. A Day in the Life - What you'll do• Design, build, and maintain high-availability database infrastructure for multi-user, mission-critical systems supporting satellite ground systems.• Implement database security, clustering, failover, and backup solutions to ensure continuous uptime, data integrity, and compliance with DoD security standards.• Collaborate daily with System Administrators, DevSecOps, Cybersecurity, Software Engineers, and Integration Engineers on a highly technical team delivering reliable solutions.• Assist the Information Assurance (IA) Team with system vulnerability management, software patching, account management, and license compliance. Is This You?• 7+ years of database administration or engineering experience in secure environments• Bachelor's degree in STEM (Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field)• Active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI strongly preferred)• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work cross-functionally with diverse technical teams• Passionate about high-availability systems, security hardening, and mission support Core Skills Database Platforms & Architecture:• PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server (Advanced experience required)• High-Availability Architecture, Clustering, Automated Failover• Backup Methodologies & Disaster Recovery Planning Systems & Security:• RHEL Linux Administration• Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs)• System Vulnerability Management & Patch Compliance Virtualization & Platforms:• KVM, VMware, RedHat OpenShift• Satellite Ground Systems & OPIR Program Exposure (Highly Preferred) DevOps & Automation:• Automated Scripting (Python or similar languages)• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)• Agile, Lean, and Continuous Process Improvement Frameworks• Configuration & Change Management Processes Collaboration & Communication:• Strong team player with excellent verbal and written communication• Ability to develop CONOPS, procedural documentation, and operational support materials________________________________________If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk. Apply today and help us build mission-critical solutions that safeguard national security.