Koniag Information Security Services, LLC
Database Administrator (REMOTE)
Koniag Information Security Services, LLC, Olympia, Washington, United States
Posted Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Koniag Professional Services LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Database Administrator to support KPS and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This is a remote opportunity.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
Koniag Professional Services is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support our client, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) in sustaining an integrated Human Capital Management solution that consolidates core HR functions into a unified enterprise platform. The Human Resource Information Technology platform will encompass Time and Attendance, Position Description management, Performance Management, Employee/Manager/HR Self-Service, and Enterprise Business Intelligence capability. The solution will be compliant with federal cybersecurity, records management, and accessibility standards, to improve system performance, user satisfaction, and long-term sustainability of HR services. This role is critical for securing and optimizing HCM applications that support essential administrative and operational functions across the department.
The Database Administrator will be responsible for the configuration and optimization of database systems that support mission-critical applications. The position involves collaboration with development teams, system administrators, and stakeholders to ensure database environments meet performance, security, and availability requirements. Principal responsibilities include:
Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (e.g. Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, etc.)
Design and implement database architectures that support application A
Ability to understand any existing client database configurations to modify or customize according to technical requirements.
Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability
Monitor database performance and tune database configurations for optimal efficiency
Implement and maintain database security controls, including access management and encryption
Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal disruption to operations
Perform capacity planning and resource allocation to support current and future database needs
Troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues, outages, and other incidents
Create and maintain database documentation, including data dictionaries and procedural documentation
Develop and implement database high availability and disaster recovery solutions
Automate routine database administration tasks through scripts and tools
Collaborate with application development teams to optimize database designs and queries
Implement data archiving and purging strategies to manage database growth
Provide technical guidance on database technologies and best practices
Monitor and maintain database security compliance with applicable standards and requirements
Education and Experience Required:
Must have prior experience working within the federal government workspace, including familiarity with federal IT environments, compliance standards, and agency-specific processes
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
5+ years of experience in database administration roles
Strong experience with at least one major database platform (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, etc.)
Demonstrated experience with database performance tuning and optimization
Experience with database backup and recovery operations
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance if required
Required Skills and Competencies:
Expert knowledge of database architecture, design principles, and best practices
Proficiency with SQL and database programming
Experience with database performance monitoring and tuning
Strong understanding of database security principles and implementations
Knowledge of database backup, recovery, and high availability solutions
Experience with database patching and upgrade processes
Ability to troubleshoot complex database issues and implement effective solutions
Experience with database maintenance operations and automation
Understanding of storage systems and their impact on database performance
Knowledge of database capacity planning and resource management
Experience with database clustering technologies and configurations
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to work under pressure during critical incidents
Excellent documentation skills for procedures, configurations, and technical specifications
Strong communication skills for collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders
Experience with scripting languages for database administration tasks
Desired Skills and Competencies:
Preferred experience working with data warehouses, supporting Time & Attendance (T&A) systems, Position Description (PD) repositories, and self-service HR modules within enterprise environments.
Advanced database certifications (Oracle OCP, Microsoft MCDBA, etc.)
Experience with cloud database platforms (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, etc.)
Knowledge of NoSQL database technologies (MongoDB, Cassandra, etc.)
Experience with data replication and synchronization technologies
Familiarity with database migration tools and methodologies
Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and technologies
Experience with database virtualization and containerization
Understanding of DevOps practices related to database management
Experience with automated database deployment pipelines
Knowledge of compliance requirements for database security (FISMA, FedRAMP, etc.)
Experience with database auditing and monitoring tools
Familiarity with data governance principles and practices
Experience supporting database environments in federal government settings
Knowledge of big data technologies and platforms
Experience with in-memory database technologies
Knowledge of BI tools and ETL processes.
Security Requirement:
Ability to maintain a Public Trust
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of KGS, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352.
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Koniag Professional Services LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Database Administrator to support KPS and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This is a remote opportunity.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
Koniag Professional Services is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support our client, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) in sustaining an integrated Human Capital Management solution that consolidates core HR functions into a unified enterprise platform. The Human Resource Information Technology platform will encompass Time and Attendance, Position Description management, Performance Management, Employee/Manager/HR Self-Service, and Enterprise Business Intelligence capability. The solution will be compliant with federal cybersecurity, records management, and accessibility standards, to improve system performance, user satisfaction, and long-term sustainability of HR services. This role is critical for securing and optimizing HCM applications that support essential administrative and operational functions across the department.
The Database Administrator will be responsible for the configuration and optimization of database systems that support mission-critical applications. The position involves collaboration with development teams, system administrators, and stakeholders to ensure database environments meet performance, security, and availability requirements. Principal responsibilities include:
Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (e.g. Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, etc.)
Design and implement database architectures that support application A
Ability to understand any existing client database configurations to modify or customize according to technical requirements.
Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability
Monitor database performance and tune database configurations for optimal efficiency
Implement and maintain database security controls, including access management and encryption
Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal disruption to operations
Perform capacity planning and resource allocation to support current and future database needs
Troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues, outages, and other incidents
Create and maintain database documentation, including data dictionaries and procedural documentation
Develop and implement database high availability and disaster recovery solutions
Automate routine database administration tasks through scripts and tools
Collaborate with application development teams to optimize database designs and queries
Implement data archiving and purging strategies to manage database growth
Provide technical guidance on database technologies and best practices
Monitor and maintain database security compliance with applicable standards and requirements
Education and Experience Required:
Must have prior experience working within the federal government workspace, including familiarity with federal IT environments, compliance standards, and agency-specific processes
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
5+ years of experience in database administration roles
Strong experience with at least one major database platform (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, etc.)
Demonstrated experience with database performance tuning and optimization
Experience with database backup and recovery operations
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance if required
Required Skills and Competencies:
Expert knowledge of database architecture, design principles, and best practices
Proficiency with SQL and database programming
Experience with database performance monitoring and tuning
Strong understanding of database security principles and implementations
Knowledge of database backup, recovery, and high availability solutions
Experience with database patching and upgrade processes
Ability to troubleshoot complex database issues and implement effective solutions
Experience with database maintenance operations and automation
Understanding of storage systems and their impact on database performance
Knowledge of database capacity planning and resource management
Experience with database clustering technologies and configurations
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to work under pressure during critical incidents
Excellent documentation skills for procedures, configurations, and technical specifications
Strong communication skills for collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders
Experience with scripting languages for database administration tasks
Desired Skills and Competencies:
Preferred experience working with data warehouses, supporting Time & Attendance (T&A) systems, Position Description (PD) repositories, and self-service HR modules within enterprise environments.
Advanced database certifications (Oracle OCP, Microsoft MCDBA, etc.)
Experience with cloud database platforms (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, etc.)
Knowledge of NoSQL database technologies (MongoDB, Cassandra, etc.)
Experience with data replication and synchronization technologies
Familiarity with database migration tools and methodologies
Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and technologies
Experience with database virtualization and containerization
Understanding of DevOps practices related to database management
Experience with automated database deployment pipelines
Knowledge of compliance requirements for database security (FISMA, FedRAMP, etc.)
Experience with database auditing and monitoring tools
Familiarity with data governance principles and practices
Experience supporting database environments in federal government settings
Knowledge of big data technologies and platforms
Experience with in-memory database technologies
Knowledge of BI tools and ETL processes.
Security Requirement:
Ability to maintain a Public Trust
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of KGS, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352.
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