DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR 3

3/20/2026

The Database Administrator 3 implements, maintains, and secures operational aspects of databases like MS SQL Server and Azure SQL Database, coordinating closely with the Cloud Architect. Key duties involve managing updates, security protocols, troubleshooting, and optimizing query performance and operational resources.

Salary

155000 - 170000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

VSolvit (pronounced: "We.Solve.it") is an award-winning Woman owned, technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, geographic information systems (GIS), engineering services, custom database and application development, administrative services, project/program management, and predictive analytics. VSolvit serves clients such as the Department of Defense (DOD), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Our custom technology solutions for federal and health industry clients and partners have won awards for innovation, been launched from the U.S. White House, and are being used to solve complex problems ranging from improving national security to optimizing vaccine supply chains to breast cancer screening and treatment programs. VSolvit values your privacy and the protection of your personal information. We will never ask you to click a link to provide personal (PII) data. All email communication should always originate from a valid @vsolvit.com address. To protect your information, please do not respond emails that do not originate from an @vsolvit.com email address.

About the Role

JOB SUMMARY:The Database Administrator 3 (Cloud Database Administrator) implements, maintains, and secures the operational aspects of CSM databases, including MS SQL Server and Azure SQL Database. This role is dedicated to optimizing query performance, ensuring high availability, and managing data storage to meet complex organizational requirements. You will work closely with the Cloud Architect to ensure database resources are updated, secure, and performant across cloud environments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Database Operations & Maintenance
Coordinate with the Azure Cloud Architect SME to implement and maintain the operational aspects of CSM databases.
Manage and execute updates, storage configurations, security protocols, and troubleshooting for Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Database.
Monitor and optimize operational resources to ensure consistent database health and performance.
Performance & Optimization
Augment query performance through systematic monitoring and tuning.
Optimize operational resources as needed to support application efficiency and minimize latency.
Resilience & Continuity
Design and maintain High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) environments for all database resources to ensure mission continuity.
Implement redundant database architectures that align with organizational uptime requirements.
Data Security & Integrity
Secure and store CSM data within relational databases to meet strict organizational and security requirements.
Ensure all data storage solutions are compliant with CSM needs and federal security standards.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic:
●       Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
●       Experience: 2–4 years of cloud engineering experience with a focus on database management.
●       Technical Skills:
○       Proficiency in database management, security, and troubleshooting for MS SQL and Azure SQL.
○       Experience designing redundant and highly available database architectures.
○       Strong skills in data aggregation and database development.
○       Familiarity with CI/CD and DevSecOps toolchains.
●       Certification: Security+ certification.
●       Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance
 
Preferred:
●       Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
●       Cloud-specific certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Associate).
●       Certification: Active Security+ certification.
●       Experience implementing DISA STIG configurations for databases.
●       Knowledge of DoD SRG and NIST SP 800-53 security controls.
 
Location: Ventura, CA or Remote

Company Summary

Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team.
VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Key Skills

Database AdministrationMS SQL ServerAzure SQL DatabaseCloud ArchitectureQuery Performance TuningHigh AvailabilityDisaster RecoveryData SecurityData StorageTroubleshootingCI/CDDevSecOpsSecurity+DoD Top Secret ClearanceNIST SP 800-53DISA STIG